ACCOUNTING & FINANCE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Job in Knoxville 37912, Tennessee US
ARG Financial Staffing was founded in 2000 as a specialized staffing services firm for accounting, finance and administrative professionals. ARG is the largest independent staffing firm specializing in accounting and finance in East Tennessee. Our Staffing Consultants have over 50 years of combined experience in accounting and financial staffing in East Tennessee. ARG is a market leader in both direct hire and temporary staffing services based on number of people placed into positions.
ARG Financial Staffing is currently recruiting for the following direct hire positions:
Accounting Manager – Deltek Senior Accountant, FAR experience. $55-$65K
Accounts Payable Associate- A client in Oak Ridge TN is looking for an Accounts Payable Associate to join their team. The employee hired for this position will input vendor invoices, maintain Vendor Data, and process vendor payments. A qualified candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable with a strong knowledge of SAP, Oracle, Deltek, GCS Premier or other ERP Accounting system. Compensation will be “competitive” based on total experience and qualifications.
Accounts Payable Clerk - Successful candidates must have at least two years of AP and payroll experience. Experience with Peachtree and other accounting software experience is helpful.
Assistant Controller- ARG is working with a government contractor located in Oak Ridge Tennessee looking for a well-qualified Assistant Controller for their operations. Qualified candidates will have solid experience working with the Deltek GCS accounting package. They will need to have knowledge and understanding of CAS regulations, FAR, DCAA/DCMA as well as good Accounting, General Ledger and Excel Skills. A CPA or other higher level certifications are not required, but a minimum education level of an Undergraduate Degree in Accounting is. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience.
Audit (Senior) - Local Firm is looking for an Audit Senior. 5+ Years in Public Audit, Undergrad in Accounting, and CPA/CFE/CMA.
Auditor (Public Accounting)- ARG is working with a CPA firm in Morristown Tennessee to fill a recently vacant Staff Auditor job in their firm. Qualified candidates will have an undergraduate degree in Accounting and is CPA eligible or will have passed the CPA exam. The company is looking to pay 45-50K per year to fill the job. For immediate consideration, email your resume to vbasinger@argjobs.com or call 865-566-0700 to set up an interview.
Collections Specialist-ARG is working with a large privately-held finance company located in the Athens/Cleveland TN area and due to growth they are currently recruiting candidates to join their team. They are looking for professionals with a great attitude, the ability to work well with others, good computer skills, the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and a strong desire to succeed. Interested candidates must have the ability to work a five day work week, including every other Saturday. Qualified candidates need to have a undergraduate degree in business and experience in collections and/or finance would be helpful, but not necessary. Responsibilities include but are not limited to placing outbound phone calls to customers, conflict resolution, customer service, and responsibility over and management of a receivable portfolio. They offer an excellent benefits package including medical/dental and life insurance, short/long-term disability, matching 401(k), paid time off and holidays. They offer an excellent training program including a guaranteed training pay of $17.00 an hour. Collection specialists in this company average $41,000 with the Top performer making over $50,000 annually (includes salary and bonus). Qualified candidates that are interested should email their resumes to vbasinger@argjobs.com for consideration.
Cost Analyst-Our Manufacturing Client seeks Analyst with strong data management skills and experience in Cost and/or Manufacturing. Successful candidate will have superior Excel skills, unwavering commitment to accuracy, and strength of will to achieve desired outcomes. Primary responsibility will be to interpret and manipulate data with regard to pricing, costing, and profit optimization. Must have outstanding communication skills and confidence to question the information being presented.
Deltek Implementation Specialist - Accounting Manager/Deltek Implementation Expert for newly created position. Well established Tennessee company is seeking an Accounting Manager to provide client accounting support and Deltek set-up and support. A minimum of six years of comparable accounting experience is required including experience with Government contract accounting, (including incurred cost submissions) and implementation experience with Deltek accounting software. This position offers competitive compensation, a great work environment and outstanding opportunity for professional growth. Job functions include: government contracts billing, month-end closing for various companies, general ledger reconciliations, contract setup and maintenance, Deltek implementation support. Only individuals who have Deltek implementation experience will be considered for this position. $70-$88K
Director of Administration-ARG is working with a growing manufacturing company in Knoxville TN who is looking for a Director of Administration to oversee their HR and Accounting Departments. Qualified Candidates will have both a CPA/CMA and PHR/SPHR designations as well as 7+ years of experience as a Controller/CFO/VP of Finance in a manufacturing company.
Export/Import Controls manager-
•Maintain a detailed list that can track and monitor all Licensed ITAR / EAR items and update that as required
•Coordinates with appropriate program personnel to review provisos on licenses and agreements to ensure contract and customer requirements can be met by the license or agreement
•Prepares, files, and prosecutes to conclusion, export licenses, Technical Assistance Agreements, Temporary Admission (ATA) Carnets, import certificates and miscellaneous correspondence to the Department of State
•With regard to the aforementioned, take all appropriate actions to ensure continued compliance with the specific export licenses as well as the export control laws in general
•Provides company and/or government agencies required assistance or information needed during the review of license application
•Provides assistance to personnel on export related questions
•Is proactive to identify and “after-the-fact” issues in regard to export control so as to enable the Company to take appropriate actions to maintain compliance
•Assists in the review and approval of presentations, briefings, documents and other information provided to foreign persons for compliance with licenses and regulations prior to release outside of the company
•Establish and maintain company export/import compliance policy and procedures program
•Perform export training to all new employees, current employees and special programs
•Maintains export related record keeping functions and files
•Working knowledge of ITAR and EAR procedures, Customs and Foreign Assets Control Regulations
•Provide information and reports to the Corporate Logistics Manager and Logistics Operation Manager
Financial Reporting Manager-Our publicly traded East Tennessee client is seeking a high-level Accounting Professional to join their growing team. Only former Big-4 CPAs will be considered for the role; Compensation will be in 6-figure range and relocation assistance will be available, though current East Tennessee residents will be given preference. Ideal Candidate will have SOX, SEC reporting, Audit background with large international corporations.
International Business Director-Our firm is seeking an INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DIRECTOR. This position will be UK based and will oversee the existing business, and help prepare and execute business plans for expansion in Europe. This position is responsible for reviewing the existing business and developing solutions to increase sales, productivity and reduce costs. The position is responsible for managing customers and participating in the sales presentation development and delivery for key accounts in Europe. Must be VERY flexible on travel and will be required to travel throughout Europe as well as to the United States on a regular basis. This person will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This is a job for a "hard charging" business development one person show. You will be the Team in England and Gremany, at least for the near future. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 1. Develops and manages an annual business plan including promotion plans, new item targets and account penetration goals for each customer; 2. Maintain ongoing communications with the Company Management Team; 3. Be the hands on person that can respond quickly to issues, questions and concerns; 4. Insures the company and the logistics team/providers work together cohesively; 5. Insures all brands are priced competitively and appropriate prices are agreed with the customers 6. Must be able to work Independently and develop and implement solutions with minimal supervision
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
1. Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
2. 10 + years of experience in Sales or related area
3. Experience in building business in Europe
4. 5+ years Consumer Package Goods experience or related area
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
1. Must be an Independent thinker
2. Must have the ability to prioritize
3. SUPERIOR communication skills
Base Pay: Upper 90K's to Low 140K's
Interested applicants should send their resume to: resume@argjobs.com .
Pricing/Financial Analyst-ARG is working Local Knoxville Business looking for a Pricing/Financial Analyst to join their team. Qualified candidates should have solid skills in Excel and experience in pricing contracts and vendor relations. This is a "growth" position where promotion in 18 months can happen. A strong desire to find cost savings and having a "coupon clipping" attitude for savings.
Base pay is 35-40K max.
Financial/Cost Analyst-Our Memphis client seeks a Leader who understands how to motivate a team and work with all other departments and levels to achieve company goals. Ideal candidate will be degreed in Accounting or Finance, Big 4 background would be a huge plus. Position duties include analysis of capital investment projects, budget vs actual, sales results, energy consumption, repair maintenance costs, ROI analysis, apportionment allocations, and bonus potential. Next step will be Controller role at another facility, and successful employee will begin on day one taking initiative to learn all roles within organization, to be able to pitch in and contribute no matter what the company's needs.
Senior Accountant- Our Knoxville client seeks a strong accounting professional for Senior Accounting leadership position. Ideal candidate will have degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years' experience, with CPA/MBA and background in public strongly preferred. Exposure to retail, entertainment, healthcare, or financial services industries would be a plus. Salary to start in the $40's.
Senior Audit Staff Accountant-Senior Audit Staff Accountant will be responsible for supervising the annual audit, review and compilation engagements including all aspects of financial statement preparation, internal staffing of engagements, project scheduling and budgeting, planning of the engagement and related administrative functions. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years relevant assurance/audit experience in public accounting with a strong audit background with a focus on construction company clients. The candidate MUST have a working knowledge of percentage of completion accounting as it related to the construction industry. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting required and be a CPA.
Senior Staff Accountant- Our East Tennessee client is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant with strong General Ledger and Month-End Close skills to join talented team in dynamic company. Only applicants with strong stable histories which include work for publicly traded companies will be considered. Ideal candidate will also have background in a CPA firm, with Big 4 strongly preferred. CPA and MBA also preferred. Company offers generous compensation package, of which salary is only a fraction.
Special Project Accountant - Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance from four-year College or University and Five to Ten years of related experience with government contracting. Preferably five to ten years in dealing with DCAA/FARS. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. The ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Experience with MAS 90 is a plus, but not a must have. $80-$90K
Staff Accountant - Knoxville company seeks high-energy, high-initiative Staff Accountant with superior Excel skills, to include Macros, V-lookups, and Pivot Tables. Excellent benefits and working conditions await the ideal employee, a degreed accountant with desire to move up within the organization.
Staff Tax Accountant- Public-Our client is looking for a Staff Tax Accountant to join their Public Accounting Company. The Staff Tax Accountant will assist clients with the preparation and submission of Tax returns in accordance with Local, State and Federal Laws and Regulations.
Pay will depend on Experience. 2-3 years of Tax Preparation Experience in Public Accounting
Undergraduate Degree in Accounting/Finance, Having passed the CPA exam or are in process of taking the CPA exam, A "Big4" Background is a plus.
Start Working Today – the following temp/temp-to-hire assignments are available:
Administrative Assistant
Call Center Manager
Customer Service/Dispatcher
Data Entry Clerk
Document Retention Administrator
Receptionist
Trainer/Process Improvement
Please submit an MS Word version (without table formatting) of your resume directly to: resume@argjobs.com
Requirements:
Previous experience required in each position. Four-year accounting or finance degree required for professional level jobs.
Relocation candidates interested in moving for the position, please attach letter with rationale for relocation, requirements necessary for relocation, desired timetable and availability for local interviews.
ARG Financial Staffing
4405 Central Avenue Pike, Suite 103
Knoxville, TN 37912
resume@argjobs.com
Please feel free to contact any one of our experienced professionals at (865) 566-0700.
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