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Staff Financial Auditor

Integrity and excellence are at the core of Quality Distribution's success. As the leader of North America's bulk transportation services, we set the pace for the rest of our industry. Each and every day we strive for excellence. Our team members are motivated, intelligent, ambitious individuals who are passionate about what they do.

Currently, we are searching for a Staff Financial Auditor to join our team at the corporate office in Tampa, FL.

In this role the Financial Auditor will be responsible for assisting in an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of financial controls, operational controls and evaluating compliance with internal control systems.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
CPA candidate preferred, CPA or CIA certification a plus
1 - 2 years internal or external audit experience required
Strong SOX knowledge and experience in documenting walk-through and performing control testing required
Ability to work in both a team environment and independently
Experience with data mining tools (ACL, IDEA, etc.) a plus
Ability and presence to interact with personnel at all levels, both corporate and in the field, as well as external consultants and external audit firm
Desire to expand scope of audit work to operations and ad-hoc projects
Excellent computer, verbal and written skills required
Strong analytical skills and ability to perform root cause analysis
Ability to travel (10-15%)

Quality Distribution offers competitive wages and employee benefits (Flexible spending accounts, generous Paid Time Off/Holiday Schedule, in addition to Medical, Dental and Vision plans.

QDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Interested candidates email employment@qualitydistribution.com

Posted February 2, 2012

IA Manager

Education

Required Educational: Bachelor Degree - Accounting
Preferred Educational: Master Degree - Accounting or MBA

REQUIRED - Bilingual with Spanish and English. - Must be 100% fluent in Spanish .

Previous Experience (Years & Type):

Travel would be approximately 40% (Latin American countries and Miami FOB, US Logistics centers and Canada)
Minimum of 7 years of progressive internal audit experience required with a Big 4 firm or multi-national Internal Audit department.

Description

Plans and executes financial, operational and compliance internal audits to determine adherence to Company policy and evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls for the Latin America and US and Canada locations. This includes identifying and researching applicable operational/financial/technical issues and effectively applying knowledge of company’s operations and industry practices to audit matters. Develops clear and concise audit reports including audit scope, objectives, procedures performed, internal control deficiencies and actionable recommendations. Ensures for ongoing review, follow-up and implementation of recommendations. Assists in the preparation of the annual Americas Risk Assessment including all components of the Latin America risk assessment. Performs ongoing assessment of risk in the Latin American (LA) region and proposes adjustments to the LA audit plan accordingly.

Performs financial, operational and compliance audits to determine adherence to Company policies and procedures and to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
Inspects, identifies and documents systems of internal financial and operational controls through interviews, documents, questionnaires, manuals and publications.
Prepares flowcharts of systems in order to determine reliability and compliance by testing key control points.
Prepares audit reports on internal control deficiencies and recommendations. Proposes audit opinions on the adequacy of internal controls over financial statement reporting.

Accounting Policy Manager

Education/Experience Detail

BS degree in Accounting or Finance related area, MBA a plus; CPA license required;
5 to 8 years of relevant experience with a mixture in Big 4 public accounting and large SEC registrant preferred;
Demonstrated clear proficiency in accounting research;
Supervisory and project management experience a plus;
Able to work independently and multitask several projects in a fast-paced environment;
Strong critical thinking and written and oral communication skills.

Description

Support the Company's GAAP/SEC compliance by analyzing and implementing accounting guidance, maintaining the Company's global accounting policies, and determining the proper accounting treatment for complex, routine and non-routine transactions. This position will have significant involvement in areas to include, but not limited to, revenue recognition, purchase accounting, stock compensation, leases, derivatives and consolidation. The ideal candidate must be versatile, proactive and service oriented with a strong desire to learn, grow professionally and lead change/process improvements.

KEY TASK & RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify and resolve the Company's technical accounting issues by researching, evaluating and preparing well-documented position papers on the Company's transactions, legal contracts, and other business practices/initiatives.
Assess and review financial controls established over technical accounting areas;
Manage technical accounting tools and resources made available to constituents across the organization.
Partner with various departments to implement technical accounting guidance, as well as new/revised accounting policies and procedures.
Update and improve the Company's global accounting policy and procedures manual;
Prepare and present training and other presentations on a variety of accounting/SEC topics to constituents across the organization.
Work closely with VP of Corporate Accounting on significant projects such as deal structuring and mergers and acquisitions.

Interested candidates should contact:

Brian Miller
813-775-2565
Bmiller@techusa.net

Tech USA is a forward-looking, growing, consulting resource company dedicated to excellence in performance. We provide our business partners with the highest quality, most responsive research, engineering and technical services available in today’s complex business environment.

Posted January 25, 2012

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT, HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR, COUNTY AUDIT DEPARTMENT

MAJOR FUNCTION

Performs professional administrative and oversight work auditing various financial or program operations in county departments and agencies, external governmental organizations and commercial firms with whom contractual relationships exist.

SAMPLE OF DUTIES Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive.

Plans, assigns and oversees the work of professional auditors engaged in both regular and special audits in departments and agencies or in a group engaged in audits of contractors and outside vendors.
Reviews completed audit reports and analyses for completeness of preparation and conformance with audit program guidelines and professional auditing standards; attends conferences with departmental officials or officials in external organizations as needed.
Guides audit teams in the planning and conduct of special audits of a difficult nature; participates as necessary in the completion of complex audits.
Modifies and revises standard audit program guides; holds conferences with team members to discuss audit policies and procedures or to further train new personnel; insures that staff receives available professional literature to keep abreast of techniques and developments in the governmental auditing field.
Develops comprehensive practical programs of audit coverage for assigned areas of audit, assures conformance with acceptable audit standards, plans, budgets and schedules.
Prepares, or supervises the preparation of, a written report which includes audit findings and recommendations. Reviews the report with management of the audited department/agency/organization.
Performs other related duties as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Travel usually limited to Hillsborough County during the day. Flexible work scheduling.
County partial contribution to a Deferred Contribution Plan (i.e., 401(k) like).
Employer paid forty (40) hours per year of Continuing Professional Education.
Twelve (12) holidays per year; two (2) weeks vacation; affordable health coverage.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from accredited four year degree granting college or university; four years of recent experience as a professional auditor; and active certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). A Masters Degree in Business or Public Administration may substitute for one year experience requirement.

SALARY RANGE: $53,435 to $84,822

Apply at:

Hillsborough County Civil Service Office
601 E. Kennedy Blvd., 17th Floor
www.hillsboroughcounty.org/cs
Tampa, FL 33602

Posted January 24, 2012

Company:	Johns Hopkins University
Position Title:	Sr. Internal Auditor
Location:	All Children's Hospital - St. Petersburg, Florida
General Description:	As a member of the Office of Hopkins Internal Audits reporting to the Director of the Healthcare and Operational Audit Team, the Sr. Internal Auditor will serve as either a project lead or contributing auditor supporting the development, implementation, and evaluation of financial, operational, and compliance internal audits for assigned organizational areas and functional activities at All Children’s Hospital, in accordance with the Annual Audit Plan approved by the respective Audit Committees. This position will set clear expectations for audit projects, coordinate assignments, monitor productivity and ensure high quality output. The Sr. Internal Auditor will serve as a technical resource to other team members. The Sr. Internal Auditor will perform assigned duties in accordance with the accepted professional standards requiring: independence and objectivity; knowledge of accounting principles and standards, proper financial and administrative control procedures and good business practices; and ability to assess risk, relative to the proper application of controls. This position will serve as a leader and a role model promoting Department image through quality work, sharing knowledge and professional dealings and maintain confidentiality of information. NOTE: This position may require limited travel to Baltimore, Maryland.
Qualifications:	Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business, or related field required. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Masters in Business Administration (MBA) preferred. Five or more years Accounting or Audit experience required. Eight or more years accounting or audit experience strongly preferred.

Application Instructions: For additional information about the position and to apply, visit HTTP://JOBS.JHU.EDU. Locate Job #50755 and click “Apply.” To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application. We do not accept emailed resumes.

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply.

Posted January 11, 2012

BANK CONSULTANT – INTERNAL AUDITOR

Description: Our public accounting & consulting firm has an opening for a Bank Consultant to perform Internal Audit Services to serve our financial institution clients throughout Florida and Alabama. The position will be based in Pensacola or Tampa, Florida however consultant does not have to reside in these markets. The consultant will be responsible for the execution of financial, operational, and compliance audit engagements for our financial institution clients.

Essential Responsibilities will include:

Develop a comprehensive internal audit program for the Bank which would include financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the internal audit program.
Coordinate audit schedule and activities with Bank to best utilize available resources and achieve established objectives.
Review bank practices and records for compliance with established internal policies and procedures.
Develop recommendations for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of bank records and recordkeeping.
Report audit findings and recommendations to appropriate management based on the results of regularly scheduled audits.
Conduct follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
Maintain professional association membership and participate in events that promote interaction with existing clients and prospects.

Qualifications for this position will include:

Requires a business related degree or a combination of education and related work experience.

Requires a minimum of 3 years of related job experience, internal audit or compliance certification is a plus.

Experience with risk identification and analysis.

Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively.

Ability to balance many projects simultaneously.

Ability to work under pressure and time deadlines.

Ability for overnight travel.

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) or FDICIA documentation and testing experience helpful.

Interested candidates should contact:

Lee Bell
813-287-1111 (office)
813-207-0201 (fax)
lee.bell@saltmarshcpa.com
www.SaltmarshCPA.com

Posted October 26, 2011
Reposted November 28, 2011

Are you an experienced internal audit professional who enjoys doing and focusing on “the work?” Do corporate politics get in the way of your success? Are you looking for work/life balance? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, join Steven Douglas Associates to start your “new” career as a Project Professional.

Steven Douglas Associates, one of the nation’s leading boutique search and project-based professional services firms, has been a recognized leader in identifying top talent and developing innovative solutions for corporate clients since 1984. Headquartered in South Florida, we serve mid-market to Fortune 500 companies throughout the United States and internationally.

The Project Division of Steven Douglas provides our clients with the highest quality, senior-level professionals on a project basis. Our areas of expertise include Finance and Accounting, Information Technology, Internal Audit and Compliance, and Human Resources. We are committed to delivering dedicated and qualified project professionals to our clients. We extend our clients’ bandwidth helping them manage change and accomplish internal initiatives.

We are currently seeking Project Professionals to join our Central Florida practice to support our growing business. This position offers a variety of project based consulting engagements within your specific functional area of expertise. Successful candidates have a positive, professional attitude and are able to work as a team player. The most successful project professionals have the ability to effectively manage difficult situations, environments and personalities. We are currently seeking professionals with the following experience:

Operational, financial and fraud focused internal audit
Internal audit and/or Sarbanes-Oxley documentation, testing and/or remediation
Internal audit leadership
IT audit, technology risk, and security
SEC reporting (preparation of Forms 10Q, 10K and proxies)
Restatement of prior year financials and FAS 123R analysis
General controllership and financial reporting
Budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, financial modeling, etc.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and grammar skills
Detail oriented

We require a minimum of a 4-year bachelor degree and at least 10 years of professional experience. CIA, CPA or other professional licensures (CFE, CISA, PMP) are preferred. Prior experience with a public accounting (Big 4) or large professional services firm is also a plus.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including competitive pay, medical and dental insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, 401(k) and bonus opportunities.

Posted January 18, 2012