NEW!!!    BUSINESS ANALYST

Under limited supervision, analyzes assigned department’s financial position, compares financial and operational performance against internal and external benchmarks. As needed, performs prospective/predictive analysis and modeling to determine the impact of proposed initiatives.  Ability to review and analyze the Firm's key profitability indicators and determine problem areas trends; research, analyze and document moderate to complex financial projects as assigned. Develops models to provide financial and strategic analysis for various initiatives including fixed fee proposals, alternative pricing arrangements, business expansion and contraction. Responsible for communicating financial and operational statistics and analysis directly to key decision makers.  Experience in budget preparation, forecasting as well as financial analysis. Must posses sharp analytical skills; good communication and organization skills with attention to detail; and ability to work effectively in a team environment under tight deadlines and manage time and multiple projects effectively.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required with an MBA/CPA  preferred.  Minimum 3-5 years of professional business analysis with at least 2 years as a Business Analyst or Financial Analyst for a Professional Services Industry experience preferred. Strong financial modeling skills required. Experience with long range operational and strategic forecasting and planning, financial statement analysis, and the application of various company valuation methodologies. Expert knowledge of MS-Excel and a high level of proficiency with various software applications including MS- Power Point and MS-Word.  Knowledge of Redwood Analytics strongly preferred. Knowledge of multi-dimensional modeling tools such as Panorama and Business Object Voyager preferred. 

Code:  KR  5601

NEW!!!  STAFF ACCOUNTANT

The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a general ledger capacity.  Strong communications skills and a drive to exceed expectation will be characteristics possessed by the successful candidate.  They will need to have strong Excel skills as well as have worked with an automated ledger application such as Microsoft Dynamics. 

Job Function:

• Responsible for the completion of financial statement review, analysis, account reconciliation, initial and corrective journal entries. Ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned tasks.

•  Participate in strategic planning sessions to develop and monitor processes and procedures ensuring timely detection of errors and accuracy of information released.

• Participate in testing and implementing group and company special projects.

• Identify, propose and implement process and or procedure changes to gain efficiencies, strengthen controls, or improve quality of information provided by the department.

• It is our intention that every staff member succeed.  In the event that performance is below expectation, informal counseling, formal counseling, and written notices are to be completed with the collaboration of the supervisor’s manager and the Human Resource Department.

Examples of specific duties:

• Review assigned locations during the monthly close process. (Contract Log to General Ledger variance, Merchandise Costs, Cash Advance,  Funeral Costs, General and Administrative, Facilities and Ground expenses, Salaries and Benefits and Other Income)

• Prepare monthly General Ledger upload for interest expense received from Treasury and review General Ledger for accuracy.

• Compile journal entries as needed during review. Work directly with field location processors and Managing Partners to resolve any issues or help location with question

• Prepare reports on the status of account reconciliations identifying proposed adjustments and processing errors.

• Complete assigned monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, –accounts reconciled may vary based on Manager assignment)

• Review assigned locations’ monthly. Assigned locations’ monthly inventory reconciliations of physical count to ledger. Working with locations to resolve issues and improve process.

• Assist in testing system upgrades or enhancements impacting functions used by Financial Reporting Group.

• Cross train and backup on process to run Hyperion Reports and publish monthly on website for Field and Corporate Access.

• Assist in implementing special projects as assigned.

CH:  5583

NEW!!!!  NETWORK ENGINEER

Experienced Network Engineer needed for growing firm. Basic responsibilities are:

1. Install new hardware, systems, and software for networks.

2. Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment and devices.

3. Supports administration of servers, server clusters and virtual machines.

4. Assists with system back-up/restore protocol, and disaster recovery.

5. Plans, supports and documents network/computing infrastructure.

6. Perform troubleshooting analysis of servers, workstations and associated systems.

7. Documents network problems and resolution for future reference.

8. Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning.

9. Manage user accounts, permissions, email, anti-virus, anti-spam.

10. Requires a thorough knowledge of networking essentials.

11. Oversee software and network security.

12. Assists with maintenance/management of telephony systems.

Preferred Technical Skills

1. Certifications: MCSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CNE

2. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar.

3. Systems: Windows , Cisco Systems, and EMC SAN.

4. Networking: Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables, Racks, ASA Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, Latency, VoIP, QoS, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, NHRP, ATM, PPP, MPLS, internet redundancy, and layer2 routing.

Professional Qualities

• Follows through with commitments and fosters mutual trust with co-workers.

• Assumes additional responsibility without being asked.

• Proactively initiates, develops and maintains effective working relationships.

ST: 4430

NEW!!!  SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST

Responsible for assisting executive team leaders and staff on significant and complex issues by providing superior analytical skills. 

• Cross train with various management groups in a highly effective, professional manner, to determine what their needs are to meet their strategic goals.
• Assist executive team leaders on complex corporate decisions, using superior analytical skills.
• Focus on identifying the changes to an organization that are required for it to achieve strategic goals, including strategies, structures, policies, processes, and information systems.
• Drill down into each business requirement to ensure that what is being asked is actually what is needed by each management group.
• Assist Vice President and Senior Director of Strategic Planning in performing cost-benefit analysis to prioritize capital projects and ensure capital resources are linked to strategic initiatives throughout the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

Must have an MBA and a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience and successful track record in finance/business.

Must have a demonstrated expertise in cost-benefit analysis, analysis methodologies and other economic decision support tools.

Knowledge of and experience in Logistical applications is highly desirable.

Must have a superior ability to communicate ideas, orally and in writing, to a varied audience.

Code:  TM  9963

NEW!!!  CORPORATE TREASURER

Responsible for providing overall financial leadership activities through budgeting, forecasting, investment management, external financing opportunities and business development support.  As a member of the management team, will focus on maximizing the revenue generation and growth, profitability, cost management, capital expenditures and asset management of the Authority.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions)

• *Responsible for Financial Planning/Budgeting and Grant Program Management departments.  Select, evaluate and supervise staff to ensure all of the departments’ responsibilities and activities are performed according to the policies and standards of management. 

• *Establish and implement short-and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures. 

• *Develop departmental annual budgets, monitor and control adherence thereto.

• *Assist in the formulation and implementation of effective financial strategy for company.

• *Establish, review, and modify, where appropriate, all investment and cash policies.

• *In conjunction with IT department, ensure all technological requirements for department systems stay current to guarantee department operation is as efficient as possible.

• *Oversee all activities associated with operating and capital investment budgets and ensure accomplished on schedule.

• *Appraise operating results in terms of profitability, performance against budget, and other matters bearing on the fiscal soundness and operating effectiveness of the Authority through development, analysis and interpretation of statistical and accounting information.

• *Furnish internal financial reports, revise and update reports to be more useful and efficient, and furnish external reports as necessary.  

• *Recommend and report on benchmarks for measuring the financial performance investment programs.

• *Oversee investment policies and procedures and ascertain adherence to such policy.  Coordinate with Harris County Financial Services the investment of operating cash and report quarterly to the Port Commission on results of investment activity.

• *Coordinate all activities related to the sale or refunding of G.O. Bonds and commercial paper. Be main contact with outside financial advisors.

• *Review investments and maintain relationship with investment consultant for retirement plan.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

1. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and a minimum of ten (10) years experience leading Treasury Operations for an organization with a budget of at least $50 million.

2. Must be a Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) and/or Certified Cash Manager (CCM).

3.  MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

4. Proficient knowledge and skill in ERP computer application required, JD Edwards preferred.

5. Must have excellent computer skills, including the development of complex modeling.

6.  Foreign currency hedging and trading experience preferred.

7. Must have strong business and financial acumen as well as superior analytical and writing skills.

TM:  2288

NEW!!!  PETROLEUM ANALYST

Company is looking for a computer-oriented person with programming experience, good PC skills and an aptitude for numbers.  Ideal candidate will be someone who needs a job and be willing to work evenings and weekends, as required.

Requirements include:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• 1-3 years office experience (preferred)

• GPA of at least 3.3 from a competitive college/university

• Math/Computer Science/Accounting degree

• Need resume and transcript before interview is scheduled

• Good self image/good attitude

• Team player
  Self-starter; self-motivated

• Work well under pressure

• Good communication skills

• Attention to detail - quality and accuracy

• Non-smoker

ST:  9113