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November 10, 2008. by mytrellis

The International Tax Manager will be responsible for supporting business and taxation objectives around the globe, inclusive of:

• Reviewing the accuracy and technical compliance of income, capital, sale & use, VAT, GST, and property tax returns prepared by country controllers and third-party tax preparers/advisors filed with the relevant government authorities.
• Monitoring, managing, and reporting of return filing status and tax exposures/issues outstanding with local tax authorities, including managing tax audits, replying to notices from taxing authorities, recommending engagement of third-party assistance if appropriate, etc.
• Developing and recommending more tax-effective business structuring strategies (such as effective use of legal entities, advantageous sourcing of income and costs of IP development, etc.) to assist the Company in paying the minimum tax legally required under the law.
• Assisting the Regional finance teams and Chief Operating Officers when establishing new business and/or entities around the globe, on both corporate income and related non-income tax requirements.
• Monitoring and assessing inter-company funding/transfer pricing/dividend strategies and subsidiary capital structures for tax and business effectiveness, proposing changes where necessary. Own and maintain billing, interest, mark-up and other related rates used in these processes.
• Working with Sales leads, Corporate Legal, Corporate Finance, and the CFO in ensuring tax-effective structuring of client projects, ventures, and alliances, including in countries outside of those in which the Company is currently registered. Assisting same with implementation.
• Working with Human Capital in assessing the tax risk/opportunities for the Company, and its employees, inherent in the Company’s deployment of consultants in various countries in which it does not have an establishment or subsidiary.
• Managing the Company’s international tax equalization/compensation program and consultations on expat issues/relocations and cross border employment.
• Preparing tax-related disclosures and/or accruals required under US GAAP (e.g. FAS 109, deferred tax assets, valuation allowances, etc.) in coordination with the Corporate Controller, including analytical review of expense and income items and accounts as required to support this activity using PeopleSoft Financials.
• Monitor, understand and optimize the impact of global cash settlements, foreign exchange wires, international cash transfers, etc from a treasury and withholding tax point of view.
  General:
• Monitoring external developments in the field of taxation as they may apply to the Company. Developing, proposing, implementing, and maintaining internal Company policies regarding tax compliance requirements, including for example transfer pricing policies, intercompany equity financing/loans and the potential withholding/income qualification aspects, sales tax/VAT/GST policies, expatriate and personnel-related tax policies, etc.

The position reports to the Corporate Controller and the CFO for the Company, who are based in Antwerp and New York respectively. This position requires frequent interaction with the local controllers, the CFO, legal department, General Counsel, various client-facing managers and external counsel on specific deals or issues. Read More…

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Filed under: Accounting, Financial, NYC, Trellis Associates.

October 3, 2008. by cdefreudiger

OMRDD funded Brooklyn based social service agency seeks controller with minimum of 10 years experience.  Excellent compensation for the right individual.

Online application available, click here.

Filed under: Accounting.

September 21, 2008. by mytrellis

Manage complex tax issues related to U.S. transfer pricing and informational reporting; plan and advise on inbound international tax issues relating to U.S. branches and on outbound international tax issues including cross border transactions. You will also manage Federal and State research and planning projects.

BS in Accounting or Finance with 7 - 10 years of tax experience with a banking institution plus law or accounting firm experience required. Master’s in Taxation or Law degree in Taxation highly preferred.
Strong organizational, technical, analytical and communication skills plus the ability to manage several tax projects simultaneously are essential.

Ideal candidate: Team player, strong leadership qualities and technically sound with US/International Tax experience. 10-15 years experience with a Master’s in Taxation or Law degree in Taxation (CPA as well a plus). Can come from Consulting or Law firm or Global Security organization.

Must have senior experience!

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Filed under: Accounting, NYC, Trellis Associates.

September 21, 2008. by mytrellis

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of the federal consolidated tax return and state and local returns, set targets for the completion of returns, advance planning of Sch. M adjustments, review each companies’ tax returns for completeness, ensure that all documentation is included in the file to support the tax filings, ensure that the returns are complete with all attachments and that proper disclosures are included with the return filings
• Manage tax estimates and extensions, set targets for the timely preparation, review quarterly estimates of each company, review foreign tax credit calculation, present tax calculations to management, approve all tax payments, and ensure that all payments are recorded to proper accounts
• Process technical knowledge and proficiency of FAS 109, FIN 48, APB 28, etc.
• Manage the monthly close process, sign-off on the tax provision calculation for each US company, review appropriate tax rates, etc.
• Manage the quarterly close process, review and sign-off on deferred tax entries prepared by the accounting group, review tax reserves, evaluate valuation allowance requirements, review/sign-off on tax information provided to head office.
• Manage the year-end process, meet with outside auditors to provide necessary documentation for tax provisions, tax reserves, deferred taxes, etc., interface with SOX auditors
• Manage the information reporting process, respond to questions on compliance with W-8/W-9 documentation rules, meet with departments for completeness of information used in preparing Forms 1099, 1042S and 1042’s, etc.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of federal consolidated tax return rules and state compliance
• Strong oral, written communication, interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a professional tax staff
• Strong team player

Education/Experience:

1. BS in accounting or finance
2. 5-10 years of tax experience with a banking/brokerage institution or accounting firm, foreign bank tax experience desirable
3. Preferably two of the following designations-CPA, MST, LLM

Job Location/Compensation:
- New York City
- Market base plus incentives depending on work experience and other qualifications.

Online application available, click here.

Filed under: Accounting, Banking, NYC, Trellis Associates.

September 15, 2008. by newman07

Bi-lingual finance professional with experience in fund management and a progressive career in accounting and finance is needed to bridge the gap between Brazilian and US reporting requirements and business functions to ensure investor reporting and business needs are met. This global role connects the local finance team with functions throughout the fast growing, international company

Online application available, click here.

Filed under: Accounting, Administrative, Financial, Marketing.

August 28, 2008. by mytrellisx

Manage complex tax issues related to U.S. transfer pricing and informational reporting; plan and advise on inbound international tax issues relating to U.S. branches and on outbound international tax issues including cross border transactions. You will also manage Federal and State research and planning projects.

BS in Accounting or Finance with 7 - 10 years of tax experience with a banking institution plus law or accounting firm experience required. Master’s in Taxation or Law degree in Taxation highly preferred.
Strong organizational, technical, analytical and communication skills plus the ability to manage several tax projects simultaneously are essential.

Ideal candidate: Team player, strong leadership qualities and technically sound with US/International Tax expereince. 10-15 years experience with a Mater’s in Taxation or Law degree in Taxation (CPA as well a plus). Can come from Consulting or Law firm or Global Security orgainzation.

Online application available, click here.

Filed under: Accounting, Legal, Management, NYC.

August 27, 2008. by featcomp

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the company’s monthly financial statement preparation and accuracy as well as balance sheet account analyses, variance analyses and accrual preparation.

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this position assists with the preparation of the company’s Monthly Financial Package, which includes extensive review and explanation of variances to the business plan. The Senior Accountant will also be responsible for balance sheet account analysis and accrual preparation.

- Special projects and analysis as required; - Identify accounting issues, research solutions and summarize resolution; - Prepare complete, accurate and timely reports for Senior Management; - Perform a variety of special projects as assigned by management; - Interact with Systems team to provide data, analysis and feedback as needed in conjunction with ongoing upgrade of the Company’s financial systems; - Identify, define and recommend system improvements; - Prepare and review information requested by internal and external auditors, and be proactive in clearing open items; - The individual must comply with departmental and corporate internal controls and all internal controls processes; - The individual must possess and employ the highest ethical and business standards and always conduct himself/herself with the greatest degree of professional integrity; - Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements:

- BS in Accounting/Finance; - Fluency in GAAP required. CPA preferred; - 2 to 5 years of public/private accounting experience; - Strong analytical and organizational skills; - Proven ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, often with little supervision; - High proficiency in Microsoft Excel; - Solid knowledge of Great Plains or similar accounting package; - Knowledge of SAP preferred; - Excellent oral and written communication skills; - Fast paced industry; - Must be able to interact with all levels of management as well as with outside auditors, agencies and vendors.

Online application available, click here.

Filed under: Accounting, Westchester.

August 19, 2008. by jsull126

CFO - Director of Accounting
Stamford, CT
Start-Up Opportunity!

With Research and Development offices in Israel, Client is an exciting start-up; the leading provider of a revolutionary technology platform that enables organizations to centrally deploy and manage Windows client applications without limitations.

Position Reports To CEO
The CFO will develop financial well-being of Company by providing financial projections and accounting services, preparing growth plans, and directing staff. CFO will develop finance organizational and operational strategies; forecast economic conditions; identify business opportunities; monitor and report financial performance; and reduce costs. Will have primary responsibility for pricing, billing, and compensation planning, and will be initial point of contact for legal documents, contracts, etc.
Primary Responsibilities
• Establishes financial strategies by tracking economic conditions; forecasting monetary requirements; assembling and approving budgets; attracting monetary resources; promoting new strategies with investors
• Establishes operational strategies by assembling resources; establishing policies and critical measurements; integrating systems, technology, and communication strategies between and among organization functions; inaugurating and driving organizational change; analyzing results and trends; initiating corrective actions
• Performs risk management by assessing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats
• Work with customers, channel and OEM partners on pricing and billing matters
• Assume responsibility for the company’s legal and contract administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Key Requirements
• Prior experience as CFO or Director of Accounting/Finance, preferably in a rapid growth technology  company , ideally in the enterprise software space
• Strong experience with capital markets and VC financing
• Familiarity with M&A due diligence procedures and payment structures
• Experience with external finance, audit and legal relationships
• Knowledge of contracts, negotiations and change management
• Experience with preparing for and leading IPO process; “road show” experience desirable
• Master’s Degree in business, management, finance or accounting.
• CPA
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to manage and develop staff; Demonstrated ability to provide direction, motivation, and leadership
• Assertive, hands-on, efficient and effective

Company offers base salary including performance based bonus, comprehensive benefit plan.

Online application available, click here.

Filed under: Accounting, General.

August 8, 2008. by mytrellis

Seeking a Finance Manager to lead day-to-day finance operations, manage the monthly close and prepare the monthly financial reports. The Finance Manager will participate in studies to improve the firm’s operational and financial effectiveness and assist the CFO with budgeting, forecasting and cost accounting analysis.

Essential Functions:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the internal accounting controls and processes
• Maintain and, as necessary, develop strong internal accounting controls and processes to safeguard company assets, and provide timely and accurate financial reporting of results
• Maintain adequate documentation of the accounting controls and processes
• Maintain adequate documentation of the company’s accounting policies
• Manage the monthly close of the accounting system
• Prepare and distribute on a timely basis monthly profit and loss and working capital statements
• Maintain and improve the company’s chart of accounts
• Directly supervise the accounting staff
• Assist the CFO with the preparation of the annual budget and monthly forecasts
• Assist with gathering and populating the firm’s budgeting software with the data to prepare the firm’s annual budget
• Monitor daily cash balances and prepare regular cash forecasts

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting; MBA/CPA a plus
• 5 to 7 years of experience (combination public and private, with minimum of 3 years’ private experience
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present effectively verbally and in writing
• The ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Detail and process oriented
• Ability and willingness to “roll-up your sleeves”
• Technical knowledge of GAAP
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office product skills mandatory

Compensation Package:

Base salary plus annual bonus potential. Participation in 401(k) plan, medical, dental, life insurance, EAP and commuter benefits.

Local candidates only / No relocation

Please indicate title of position in the subject line of your application

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Filed under: Accounting, NYC, Trellis Associates.

August 6, 2008. by mytrellis

In this position you will perform all daily and monthly accounting functions for assigned areas. This includes participating in monthly and year-end financial closings, annual audit preparation and other special projects as requested by Accounting & Reporting management.

Responsibilities include participation in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes by completing financial statement variation analysis and international review.
Additional responsibilities include monthly management financial reporting, intercompany reconciliation, participation in department reporting initiatives, and completion of analysis required for the company’s quarterly and annual external audits.
You may also participate in special assignments as needed

Requirements:

To qualify for this position, you will need a BS in Accounting and 2 - 4 years of job-related experience. A CPA or CPA candidate is preferred. The successful candidate will also be proficient in Excel and the Microsoft Office suite of products. The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule during monthly and year-end closings (and for special assignments) will also be necessary.

Location: Northern NJ

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Filed under: Accounting, New Jersey, Trellis Associates.