Title:   ERP Manager   - Posted 11//3/2008

Position Ref:  595SSA 

Reports To:  CIO 

Location:  Greater Los Angeles County 

Company Profile: Established, profitable, NYSE listed manufacturer with, multi-state and international operations. 

Position Profile: 

The successful candidate will initially manage the implementation of the new system and to then assume the role of the ERP Applications Manager. In this role, you will report to the CIO and will lead an 8 person team that will deliver ERP solutions.  The ERP Manager will act as the liaison between the business customers and the IT organization, and identify, propose, and implement improvements. 
Compensation: Salary in the $140k+ range plus bonus and excellent benefits 

Areas of Responsibilities: 

1. Manage the implementation of an ERP solution at various company locations
2. Oversee delivery of end user training
3. Participate in unit testing, QA Testing and user acceptance testing
4. Manage the ERP Applications Group and provide on going support to the internal customers
5. Act as a liaison between the business customer and the IT organization
6. Implement business process improvements
7. Identify, research, and analyze technical issues
   

 
Desirable Qualities:

1. Full cycle ERP implementation experience
2. 10+ years Project Management experience
3. Including 5+ years Project Management experience with ERP
4. Experience implementing manufacturing and financial modules
5. Strong customer-service orientation.
6. BS/BA degree in Business
7. PMI certification is a plus
8. International implementation experience preferred 

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Due to the volume of responses, only highly qualified candidates will be contacted regarding this position.


Title:   Manufacturing Specialist  - Posted 11//3/2008

Position Ref:  596SSA

Reports To:  ERP Project Manager and Functional Executive

Location:  Los Angeles County and Arkansas

Company Profile: Established, profitable, NYSE listed manufacturer with multi-state and international operations.  The Company has made a major decision to invest in a state of the art ERP system and has made a commitment to build out their staff for the implementation phase and the ongoing application process. 

Position Profile: Initially, the successful candidate will team up with the ERP Project Manager and be a full time member of the core ERP implementation team.  Position is based in Arkansas (full relocation package).  First year duty requires 100% travel to LA, at full company expense during the ERP design and implementation phase.  Subsequently the Specialist will assume their role of Manufacturing Specialist at the Arkansas site.
Compensation: Salary in the $115k + range plus bonus and excellent benefits
Out of Town Candidates are Encouraged to Apply, Full Relocation Package is Offered 

Areas of Responsibilities: 

1. Requirements analysis
2. Develop process specifications
3. Participate in functional design specification activity
4. Perform new functionality tests
5. Identify and recommend process improvements
   

Desirable Qualities:

1. BS/BA degree
2. Lean Manufacturing: Six Sigma, Kanban, JIT, Flow Manufacturing
3. Expert in the manufacturing process, including:
   
   1. Product Structures
   2. Work Centers
   3. Production Line Scheduling
   4. Work Orders
   5. Formula Processing
   6. Repair and Maintenance Orders
   7. Shop Floor Control
   8. Production Reporting
   9. Inventory: Movement, WIP, Scrap, Lot
   10. Materials Requirement Planning
   11. Master Scheduling
   12. Capacity Planning
       

 
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Title:   Special Asset Officer (VP level)  - Posted 11//3/2008

Position Ref:  598SSA   

Reports To:  Board of Directors 

Location:  Stockton, CA 

Industry:  Commercial banking 

Company Profile: Well established and capitalized regional, federally chartered, community bank 

Position Profile:  Manage problem assets consisting of real estate land for development and construction.  The bank has commercial mortgages but no residential mortgages. 

Compensation: Salary in the $100k+ range plus bonus and full range of benefits 

Candidate Qualities: 

1. Should be familiar with commercial credit with emphasis on real estate land, development and construction.
2. Experience with complex issues including workouts, foreclosures, other real estate owned (OREO).
3. 5-10 years experience in commercial banking
4. Background in special assets
5. People skills
6. Independent
7. Highly motivated
   

 
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Title:   Corporate Controller - Posted 11//3/2008

Position Ref:  597SSA  

Reports To:  CFO 

Location:  San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Company Profile: Our Client, an international manufacturer and supplier of hi-tech equipment is experiencing explosive revenue and urgently needs a talented professional to manage their growth and prepare the company for the future.

Position Profile: Our client is looking for a Strong, Hands-On Corporate Controller.  This position will be second in command to the CFO.  This is a high visibility position that could, depending on the candidate, lead to the CFO position.  The successful candidate will take command of the entire accounting and finance department and manage 6 direct reports.

Compensation: $165k+ range, a high stake equity position, bonus potential and a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee daily operations of the Corporate Accounting and Finance functions, including corporate accounting and consolidations, fixed assets and intercompany accounting.
2. Supervise the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual accounting reports.
3. Ensure the timely and accurate financial reporting of the Company's and foreign operating subsidiaries.
4. Provide support to the CFO, as required, for all financial statements distributed internally for management of operations and externally for compliance reporting to shareholders, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders when necessary.
5. Assume a leading role with the Company's outside auditors for coordination of their activities.
6. Continually review, evaluate and recommend enhancements to the Company's finance and accounting policies, monthly closing process, accounting systems and procedures, control functions and practices to comply with industry standards and current technology and regulatory environment.
7. Direct financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
8. Serve on planning and policy-making committees.
9. Establish and implement short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
10. Develop the Company's accounting department to anticipate and adapt to changing business needs.
    

Minimum Requirements:

1. Strong, hands-on, control and command personality
2. Take the lead and authorship of the department
3. A roll up the sleeves type, who is not afraid to put in the hours necessary to get the job done
   

Desirable Qualities:

1. 15 years progressive experience
2. Background in Hi-tech Manufacturing industry
3. Exposure to multi-site international manufacturing
4. Exposure to international tax issues
5. GAAP, SOX, SEC
6. Big 4 a plus
7. CPA and or MBA a plus
   

 
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Title:   VP Corporate Controller - Posted 11//3/2008

Position Ref:  600SSA  

Reports To:  CFO 

Location:  Los Angeles, CA OUT OF TOWN PROFESSIONALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY 

Company Profile: Well established, profitable, Billion $, NYSE mid cap firm consisting of multi-state, multi-national hi-tech manufacturing operations. 

Position Profile: This is the number 2 position in the accounting / finance department.  High visibility position that provides the opportunity to make a substantial impact. This position is more oriented towards accounting and compliance rather than FP&A. 

Compensation: Base in the $200k+ range, plus bonus, equity and above market benefits. 

Areas of Responsibilities:

1. Manage all corporate accounting.
2. Manage all subsidiary and international consolidations.
3. Manage all internal and external financial reporting; compliance reporting (SEC, regulatory agencies, shareholders, and other stakeholders).
4. Lead role in coordinating outside auditors.
5. Review and improve business processes and controls.
6. Serve on planning and policy making committees.
7. GAAP research and interpretation.

Qualities:

1. Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting.
2. 15 years minimum experience.
3. Progressive career.
4. Big 4.
5. CPA.
6. Publicly traded company reporting experience.
7. Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC requirements.
8. Hi-Tech manufacturing industry background.
   

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Title:   Director of Reporting 11//3/2008

Position Ref:  601SSA 

Reports To:  CFO

Location:  Los Angeles, CA.  OUT OF TOWN PROFESSIONALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Company Profile: Well established, profitable, Billion $, NYSE mid cap firm consisting of multi-state, multi-national hi-tech manufacturing operations.

Position Profile: The successful candidate will be the in house GAAP guru for all internal and external matters.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this high visibility position provides the opportunity to make a substantial impact.

Compensation: Base in the $160k+ range, plus bonus, equity, generous relocation package and above market benefits.

Areas of Responsibilities:

1. Direct all internal and external reporting
2. SEC reporting and compliance.
3. Other regulatory reporting and compliance.
4. Research and interpret all technical accounting matters.
5. Ensure disclosures are proper and compliant with relevant pronouncements / standards.
6. Provide technical accounting guidance within the Company.
7. Interface with external auditors.
8. Responsible for:
   1. Board and senior management reporting.
   2. Financial press releases.
   3. Audit committee and BOD financial reports
   4. Financial information to investor.
      

Qualities:

1. Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting.
2. 10 years minimum experience.
3. Progressive career.
4. CPA.
5. Public traded company reporting experience.
6. Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC requirements.
7. Hi-Tech manufacturing industry background.
   

 
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Fixed Asset Accountant - Posted 8/22/2008
Publicly-traded company seeks a staff accountant to specialize in maintaining fixed assets, including the proper accounting for leased assets.  Process journal entries, reconcile assets from subsidiary system to general ledger, develop and maintain system reports.  In addition, responsibility for personal property taxes filing and timely payments.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required and prior experience with fixed assets.  Understanding of GAAP and capitalization requirements required, Great Plains software experience a plus.

Compensation: $40-50K and excellent benefits including 100% employer-paid medical benefits for employee and family, 401K plan with match, paid holidays AND PTO.

Audit Manager - Posted 8/22/2008
Mid-sized audit firm seeking Manager with minimum of 5 years public accounting experience.  Will need to develop and implement polices and procedures for all accounting services, including audits, reviews, and compilations.  Will plan, supervise, review, and control accounting service engagements.  Must have proven management skills and ability to time budget.  Both BS in Accounting and CPA required. 
Compensation: $85K DOE.  Opportunity to move quickly into partnership role.

Project Controller - Posted 8/22/2008
Candidate must have 5-7 years large commercial construction accounting experience. Must have some supervisory experience, an understanding of construction field accounting, ability to process payroll, subcontractor administration, accounts payable, OCIP and owner billings. Strong Excel skills needed.
Compensation: $55-65K

Manager of P&L - Posted 8/22/2008
Seeking candidate with 3-5 years experience with property operating budgets, capital expense and corporate budgets. Will provide accurate forecasting, developing ROI's and special analysis. Expert in Excel, and gaming experience necessary. BS in Accounting.
Compensation: $85K

Assistant Controller - Posted 8/22/2008
Well established international manufacturing company is looking for an Assistant Controller to join the team. 10+ years of Manufacturing experience a must. Will also consider someone with a strong Distribution background as well. Must also have strong manufacturing cost & inventory control experience and a strong management background. BS in Accounting or Finance needed.
Compensation: $60,000 - $90,000