Due to an increase in business demands, Ferguson Transport & Shipping are currently recruiting for Head of Finance & Accounting, based at Corpach, Fort William.

Reporting to the Group Finance Director, this post requires a qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA or CIMA) to work alongside our Payroll & Accounts Manager to take accounting responsibility in overseeing the company finance & accounting systems. The successful applicant will take ownership of timely month-end close out processes, reconciliations, and management reporting.

Previous experience with managing a team is also essential for this role, along with experience in UK financial reporting requirements.

This is a hands-on position, requiring working knowledge and experience of accounting disciplines including financial accounting, compliance, projections and cash flow forecasting as well as systems development and mentoring the finance team.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Accounting leadership - Overseeing the Finance/Accounting systems, working alongside the Payroll & Accounts Manager, assist in working with a team of up to 12 working within Payroll, Sales & Purchase Ledger between our offices in Corpach and Kishorn. Overseeing the full accounting function of the group.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of our accounting processes.
• Take owenership of timely month-end close processes, reconciliations, and management reporting and compliance.
• Reporting on finance performance of the company to Group Directors and Management boards.
• Working with payroll to ensure strict adherence to company policies and legal standards. Filing of P11D's with HMRC
• Provide essential operational support to the group's daily operations, facilitating a seamless workflow and efficient practices in conjunction with the group's strategic objectives.
• Foster the development and maintenance of robust financial controls to secure the group's assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Project Management and Process Improvement lead and manage ad-hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility and a capacity to drive change. Champion the ehancement of finance processes and tools, including the introduction of automation to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Working with Group Directors on budget reports.
• Working with Group Finance Director and Group Managing Director on large business transactions, including investments.
• Collaborate closely with external accountants and auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Competitve salary, company pension, loyalty bonus scheme including enhanced annual leave in place. Occupational health surveillance and group life assurance policies offered.

Accommodation and relocation support may be available for the right applicant.

Ferguson Transport & Shipping provide clear routes for career progression and offer a range of opportunities and upskilling to help people get to the next level.

At Enact Mortgage Insurance (Nasdaq: ACT), we understand that there’s no place like home. That’s why we bring our deep expertise, insightful offerings, and extra mile service to work every day to help lenders put more people in homes and keep them there.

We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Statutory Accounting & Reporting in Raleigh, NC to join us in fulfilling our mission, while utilizing our values of excellence, improvement, and connection. In this role, you will report to the Controller and be responsible for the oversight of all NAIC and statutory financial reporting and filings. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are critical to success in this role. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be both a strategic and hands-on professional having expertise with leading cross-functional teams, including internal and external professionals, and developing robust processes and controls.

WHY WORK AT ENACT
• We bring innovative thinking to the situations at hand
• We seek out and incorporate diverse views to strengthen our outcomes
• We work on challenging and rewarding projects
• We offer competitive benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule (shared in-office days Tues/Wed/Thurs)
• Generous Time Off
• 40 Hours of Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Family Leave and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with up to 5% employer match
• Fitness and Emotional Wellness Reimbursements

LOCATION
Enact Headquarters, Raleigh, NC – Hybrid Schedule

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage all quarterly and annual regulatory and statutory filings, including all financial statements, schedules, and notes/disclosure schedules to the financial statements
• Manage monthly accounting close related activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations for premiums, losses, reinsurance, and statutory adjustments
• Lead the research, reporting and documentation of all Statutory technical accounting matters • Review any U.S. GAAP-to-Statutory reconciliations and changes in accounting treatment
• Review supplemental schedules and state and regulatory reports
• Compile all financial data from tax and investment teams to include in all regulatory and statutory filings
• Manage all premium tax filings in all states and municipalities
• Coordinate all activities with external auditors relating to statutory audits, including providing certain schedules and variance explanations and audited financial statements and related footnote disclosures thereto
• Work with IT and other departments cross-functionally to continually improve processes
• Provide support to Capital Management team for Statutory capital inquires and needs
• Liaison with Department of Insurance for all regulatory-related audits and reviews
• Lead a team of internal and external professionals to deliver on team goals

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 3+ years of direct management experience
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in insurance, NAIC and regulatory accounting and reporting
• CPA
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, time management & deadline adherence
• Strong oral and written communication skills – including ability to draft footnotes and MD&A
• Experience with internal and external audits

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in accounting
• Big 4 accounting/auditing experience

COMPANY
Enact is a leading publicly traded U.S. private mortgage insurance provider, offering borrower-centric products that enable lenders and other partners across the U.S. to help people responsibly achieve and maintain the dream of homeownership.
By empowering customers and their borrowers, Enact seeks to positively impact the lives of those in the communities in which it serves in a sustainable way. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, we play an active role in supporting a healthier Triangle community. We also support our colleagues’ philanthropic efforts in their home communities across the U.S. Enact values all perspectives, characteristics and experiences, and DEI remains at the forefront of what we do. We strive to create an environment where employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and their customers.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in oversight of the NAV production!

By joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview

The NAV Oversight team in Dublin consists of 28 talented people with 10+ years’ experience in the industry. The Oversight Model utilises Service Centres in Warsaw, Columbus, Kuala Lumpur, Luxembourg, Edinburgh, Pune & GPC. The Dublin Centre of Excellence for Share Class Hedging also sits within the FA Department. With a strong pipeline of new business for 2024/2025, this is a pivotal time for the Irish franchise as we continue to grow the business and expand our product offerings.

What you’ll do

You will ensure the seamless delivery of activities required to produce Fund Net Asset Valuations. The Fund Accounting Intermediate Analyst role will entrust you with the responsibility of managing the deliverables from a diverse group of offshore accountants and will allow you to use your own industry experience and to home in on your own leadership skills, acting as a staging point for the next step into management. You will also:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations in partnership with all onshore and offshore locations such as NAV production, pricing, corporate actions.
• Act as a senior SME by supervising the daily workflow of junior fund accountants, leading process improvement initiatives, coordinating workflow with related departments and recommending new work controls & procedures.
• Supporting NAV preparation in accordance with client requirements, support incremental business and review NAVs ensuring accuracy of valuation reports.
• Resolving client queries and interact with Fund Managers and other service providers/counterparts to ensure successful service delivery with support from the manager.
• Ensuring timeliness of client service deliverables in accordance with agreed deadlines while promptly replying to accounting queries from investment sites and fund sponsor (portfolio manager, auditors, and back-office)
• Identifying issues, risks & control gaps, ensuring they are escalated appropriately.

What we’ll need from you

While all our candidates would be required to have strong Fund Accounting experience, additional related industry experience, financial education or math's/statistics background or analytical mind-set would be a strong bonus:

• Fund accounting experience. / Fund accounting oversight.
• Production and final check experience of NAVs desired.
• Mutual funds experience preferred.
• Portfolio knowledge
• Previous supervisory experience would be beneficial but not essential.
• Have demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Is a demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Fund Accounting.

What we can offer you

This is a permanent position, representing an ideal opportunity for the right candidate to experience Citi’s Dublin operation. This position opens doors within our fast-expanding business. Placing you within a team where you will be directly responsible for ensuring that we can deliver the very best for our clients and continue to change and adapt to match client, regulatory and market needs.

By joining Citi Dublin, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed) and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well. Discover more here.

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.  We want the best talent around the world to be energised to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. 

Sounds like Citi has everything you need. Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. 

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Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services.  Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results.  We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions.  Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. 

• Direct, coordinate, prioritize and review work performed by accounting staff and staff from other departments

• Manage the reconciliation of all general ledger accounts in a timely and accurate manner

• Work closely with internal and external parties to support the month-end close processes

• Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external audits

• Review monthly journal entries, opine on the appropriateness of the proposed accounting treatment and challenge as appropriate  journal entry requests

• Supervise the month-end close process and address focus areas 

Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

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Lithia & Driveway Southwest APC

If you are an accounting professional who wants to build your career in gear, come and take the journey with one of the nation's largest and most successful retail automotive teams. Lithia is one of the largest providers of personal transportation solutions in the United States and is among the fastest-growing companies in the Fortune 250 (#146).

We are committed to Growing our Company and Growing our People!

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Location: Onsite - Agoura Hills, CA

Accounting Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Oversees accuracy of processes performed by Administrators & provides feedback on performance.
• Evaluate the operational performance of the assigned section and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Review work methods and intra-departmental procedures to ensure effective workflow.
• Implements changes in operational procedures to improve efficiency/effectiveness.
• Ensures deadlines are being met.
• Prepares routine correspondence regarding processing for the department and the stores.
• Analyzes data to make best practice recommendations and identify possible expense control items.

Qualifications:

• Bookkeeping Certification, associate degree in Accounting or 2 years commensurate experience (required)
• Auto Industry Experience (preferred)
• Retail Sales and/or Customer Service (preferred)
• Prior supervisory experience required
• Ability to adapt frequently to change, delays, or unexpected events in the workplace.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally.
• PC skills including knowledge of MS Office.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.

The CA base hourly range for this full-time position is $64,500 - $87,500

This position is eligible for performance incentives, and benefits. 
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum salary range for new hire rates for the position across all CA locations.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in CA role postings reflect the base rate only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence necessary for select roles. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

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University of Arkansas – Fort Smith

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university that’s redefining higher education. We’re on a mission to provide transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds and aspirations. Our multi-faceted approach to education offers a wealth of opportunities, with over 70 academic programs, including certificates, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. We’re committed to building a diverse community that mirrors Arkansas’s rich tapestry, reflecting our dedication to serving the state’s varied population while enhancing the quality of our institution.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.
 

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Nestled along the Arkansas River, this vibrant city offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Old West at the Fort Smith National Historic Site, explore the eclectic local art scene, or take a scenic stroll along the picturesque riverfront trails. With a welcoming community, diverse dining options, and a thriving downtown, Fort Smith is the ideal destination for history enthusiasts and those seeking modern amenities.

Thank you for your interest in joining our university. Below you will find details for the position including any supplementary documentation and/or questions you should review before submitting your application. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (479) 788-7080.

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Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Classroom and online instruction
• Scholarly activity sufficient to maintain faculty appointment including a consistent record of publishing in high-quality and impactful journals
• Service to college and University, including career advising and committees
• Curriculum planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Assessment and evaluation of instruction
• Engagement with the business community

Other Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Activities in support of the recruitment and retention of students
• Attendance and participation in all faculty and administrative meetings, Student Research Symposium, commencement ceremonies, and other meetings/events as required
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsible for maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to foster teamwork and by providing leadership to subordinates. Requires consistent on-time attendance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To perform the job successfully, the following competencies are required for the essential functions of this position:

• Ability to effectively work with a diverse body of students, staff, and faculty
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, including the utilization of technology
• Maintenance of an active applied research agenda
• Willingness to engage with external stakeholders
• Well-developed communication and teamwork skills
• Strong organization and prioritization skills

Required Education and/or Work Experience: Ph.D. in Accounting from an accredited institution (ABD with completion date no later than August 2024 considered)

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience: Previous teaching experience across multiple delivery modes including full online; extensive knowledge of current and emerging technologies relevant to the profession

Additional Information:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, sex offender registry check, financial history background check, and/or drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Associate Director Technical Accounting

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an Associate Director, Technical Accounting supporting our Finance Reporting & Accounting (FRA) team, you will be trusted to assist the Heads of FRA Operations, Technical Accounting, Consolidation and Reporting, and External Reporting in ensuring accounting compliance with IFRS. This Associate Director is also responsible for reviewing potential Business Development & Licensing and Merger & Acquisitions deals for optimal accounting treatment, and assisting in the financial due diligence on these transactions. This role also processes monthly analysis/review of financial statements, including balance sheet, cash flows, summary of intangible assets, and other income and expense.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Provide assistance in the quarterly and annual intangible impairment review/testing procedures; maintaining Sarbanes-Oxley Act processes for FRA Operations global controls; and various monthly/quarterly reporting activities for the FRA Operations.
• Provide accounting / reporting support as SPOC/Subject Matter Expert for identified function, region, and for identified areas of technical accounting.
• Responsible for accounting compliance with IFRS as interpreted by Group and includes the following:
  • Monitoring developments in IFRS and US GAAP and setting accounting policies for FRA Operations in conjunction with Group and communicating these policies to the local entities, FRA Operations, Business Units (BU’s) function, etc.
  • Investigating financial accounting policy issues, recommending, and implementing actions as appropriate.
  • Providing technical accounting support to local entities, regions and functions (in line with the responsibility matrix) for complex / significant matters, preparing / reviewing appropriate accounting documentation (Accounting Position Paper) in line with matrix for approval of accounting issues.
  • Responsibility for impairment reviews (critical review of data provided by other functions, challenging assumptions, meeting with business partners, preparation of supporting documentation, coordination of reviews by management and PwC and following up on any review issues).
  • Reviewing potential Business, Development & Licensing (BD&L) for FRA Operations deals in order to assess the accounting treatment under IFRS, preparation of accounting documentation for the deals / review and sign off accounting documentation.
  • Reviewing potential acquisitions, to provide the M&A team with input on any accounting implications, preparing purchase price accounting and relevant acquisition models for completed FRA Operations acquisitions, obtaining appropriate sign offs as required under Sarbanes-Oxley.
  • Maintaining the various requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act for the FRA Operations in conjunction with established processes.
  • Responsible for analyzing the FRA Operations and balance sheet, cash flow, other operating income and expense, intangible assets and provisions, and other elements associated with the specific activities of functions supported by FRA Operations TA (including product costing and development) and driving improvements in the process and presentation of the output.
  • Rolling out improvements in the process and documentation to the Regions and local entities as appropriate.
  • Supporting IFRS to US GAAP conversion readiness.
  • Preparing and/or reviewing training material content for FRA, including instructing assigned sessions.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 7 Years of Relevant Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• CPA Certification/Chartered Accountant
• Accounting experience – Public and Industry
• Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS (GAAP), accounting and financial reporting requirements
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience in financial accounting and reporting, auditing and financial process engineering, with record of strong control focus
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, influencing and management skills
• Proficient ERP knowledge (SAP)
• Solid Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with shared services teams

How You Can Thrive At Alcon:

• Benefit from a growing, innovative environment.
• Sharpen your current skills and gain exposure within different areas of the business.
• Focused and strategic growth and development opportunities.
• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight and improve lives!
• Work Hours: Standard Hours, Monday-Friday
• Travel Requirements: 5%
• Relocation assistance: No
• Sponsorship available: No

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.