Sunday, August 23, 2009

Senior Tax Analyst Opportunity in Detriot, Michigan

GLOBAL CONSULTING HAS AN OPEN INTERVIEW SCHEDULE ON SITE WITH OUR CLIENT TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2009 FOR A SENIOR TAX ANALYST.

This opportunity is with a premier global supplier in the metro Detroit area. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience with FIN48, federal, state and local income/franchise tax returns. A CPA is preferred but not mandatory. This person will be groomed for a tax manager role within the domestic tax group in 3 years.

This opportunity pays 75 – 80K and my client will immediately interview appropriate candidates this Tuesday. ONLY 3 TIME SLOTS REMAIN, ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS!!!

Please respond immediately if you would like more information or if you would like to be considered for this opportunity.

Sincerely,

Rob Suffredini (rob@globalrecruiters.com)
Director of Recruitment and Business Development
Direct Line - 248-489-1900
Mobile Number - 248-909-5508 (call on weekends or after 6 pm)

Thursday, August 20, 2009

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) seeks Chief Financial and Administration Officer

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), the nation's leading Hispanic non-profit and non-partisan 501(c)(3), leadership development and education organization, is recruiting for a Chief Financial and Administration Officer to join our organization.

To fulfill its mission, CHCI offers nationally recognized leadership development programs and educational services that empower Latino youth to successfully meet the challenges of tomorrow. CHCI's Fellowship Program and Summer Internship Program, established in 1981 and 1988 respectively, have been at the forefront in providing Hispanic youth the opportunity to explore their interests in public policy while living in Washington, DC. These leadership development programs have graduated over 900 Hispanic youth who have gone on to bigger and greater things.

CHCI's comprehensive programs and services have grown to include a scholarship program, an alumni association, a youth website, and educational publications that benefit more than 150,000 Hispanic students, parents, and educators on an annual basis. As the premier Hispanic educational organization in the country, CHCI has created a pipeline for Latino youth from high school through college, graduate school, and on to the workforce. CHCI's extensive array of programs and services has an extremely successful record of creating effective American leaders.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Chief Financial and Administration Officer is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with financial management policies set by the CHCI Board of Directors. She/he serves as the lead advisor on compliance issues related to IRS, Sarbanes-Oxley and in partnership with the organization's legal advisor, all matters related to Congressional ethics and HLGOA. She/he directs and oversees all the financial activities of the organization, including preparation of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook, banking and insurance relationships. In addition, under the leadership of the President & CEO, the Chief Financial and Administration Officer will define the processes and implement the infrastructure/systems needed to support substantial growth. S/he is responsible for building and managing effective and streamlined administrative/financial systems, including financial, accounting, legal, information technology (IT), human resources (HR), and physical infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs and evaluates the organization's fiscal function and performance.
• Evaluates and advises on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new investment programs/strategies and regulatory action.
• Develops credibility by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends in order to assist the President and CEO, Board of Directors and other senior leadership in performing their responsibilities.
• Establishes credibility throughout the organization and with the Board of Directors as an effective developer of solutions to financial business challenges.
• Provides technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the organization.
• Continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.
• Provides strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization; i.e., evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/or mergers, contracts and investments.
• Optimizes the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.
• Develops a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism which includes maintaining minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Acts as an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the Corporation may enter.
• Enhances and/or develops implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization.
• Serves as key leader on the organization's administrative processes including HR, payroll and benefits functions for all levels of staff.
• Evaluates the finance and HR team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as providing individuals with professional and personal growth.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations about CHCI's insurance coverage.
• Develops plans to implement and monitor information technology systems and infrastructure to ensure compliance and feasibility.
• Develops plans to ensure facility safety, security and soundness; Secures and directs maintenance services for the facility as required.
• Participates in the development of the organization's plans and programs as a strategic partner.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Educational and Professional Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance required. An advanced degree in Finance highly desirable.
• Current CPA designation.
• At least 10 to 15 years of related financial management and accounting experience in nonprofit, public, or private sectors. Experience should include legal, audit, compliance, budget and resource development.
• Minimum of five years progressive management experience in facilities administration and human resources.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft office products and general ledger programs for non-profits.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish-English) desirable but not required.Analytical/Interpersonal Skills:
• A strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability, business judgment and strong operational focus.
• High ethical standards and an appropriate professional image
• A well organized, self-directed and team oriented individual
• Strong experience in contract negotiation with a variety of vendors.
• Must be able to work independently and cooperatively, promoting teamwork and individual responsibility as appropriate.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a wide range of internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a clear balance between organizational needs (expenses) and fund development resources (revenues).

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Holley Waldron
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
911 2nd Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20002
Fax (202) 546-2143 or hwaldron@chci.org

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

NBMBAA-DC & ALPFA-DC Career Expo- 9/2

What: NBMBAA-DC & ALPFA-DC Career Expo

Why: Learn how to enhance your resume and personal image in order to stand out with recruiters! Find out what recruiters and interviewers won't tell you!

When: Wednesday, September 2, 2009 3-7pm

Where: Embassy Suites-Convention Center, 900 10th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001

Confirmed companies include:
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Cox Communication
- Prudential Financial
- Volkswagen
- and more !!!!

Fee: Registration for the event is free until Aug 22nd for ALPFA Members. To take advantage of free registration you must email John James from PWC at careernet@dcbmbaa.org with the subject "Career Expo Registration - ALPFA". Registration after the 22nd will be $10; $20 for on-site registration.

Monday, August 17, 2009

2nd Annual NOVA Hispanic Network BBQ- Hosted by Capital One!

When: Friday, August, 21, 2009 @ 4:30pm
Where: 1680 Capital One Drive, McLean, VA 22201- by the Softball Diamond

What: Come network with other Hispanic Leaders from the area and enjoy delicious BBQ compliments of our friends at Capital One!

Please RSVP to Marie Ruiz, marie_ruiz@freddiemac.com by Wednesday, August, 19, 2009.