We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Saint Louis, Missouri. In this role, you will oversee and manage procurement operations, ensuring the seamless acquisition of raw materials and components for our manufacturing processes. This position requires strong leadership, expertise in procurement strategies, and a solid understanding of cross-border trade regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and provide guidance to a team of six procurement specialists, ensuring effective workload distribution and supporting their growth and attention to detail.<br>• Oversee procurement activities for raw materials and components for multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring compliance with trade and regulatory requirements.<br>• Negotiate vendor contracts to secure favorable terms, pricing, and timely deliveries while maintaining strong supplier relationships.<br>• Utilize Oracle systems to create, approve, and track purchase orders with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Monitor procurement performance metrics, such as cost savings and supplier reliability, to drive operational excellence.<br>• Collaborate with finance teams to reconcile invoices, payments, and vendor accounts, ensuring compliance with corporate policies.<br>• Deliver regular updates and detailed reports on procurement activities and vendor performance to senior leadership.<br>• Identify and implement cost reduction strategies, process improvements, and opportunities for supplier diversification.<br>• Prepare transition plans and documentation to support the onboarding of a permanent Procurement Manager.<br>• Ensure adherence to all applicable trade regulations and corporate policies, maintaining a high standard of compliance.
We are looking for an experienced ERP Integration Manager to join a non-profit organization in Saint Louis, Missouri. This contract position requires someone with deep expertise in ERP systems, particularly payroll configurations, to support a tailored environment and upcoming system migration. The ideal candidate will excel in troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication while ensuring smooth integration processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Diagnose and resolve issues within ERP payroll configurations and customizations.<br>• Generate and analyze payroll-related reports to address complex challenges.<br>• Act as a liaison between IT, Finance, HR, and external ERP support vendors to enhance collaboration.<br>• Document processes and facilitate knowledge transfer for team development and future migration efforts.<br>• Lead initiatives related to payroll data migration to new ERP systems.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with organizational needs.<br>• Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams on ERP functionalities.<br>• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and best practices within ERP system operations.<br>• Apply creative problem-solving to address unique integration challenges.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to manage and resolve balance sheet discrepancies across a portfolio of retail locations. This contract position involves conducting comprehensive diagnostics, implementing corrective measures, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The role requires strong analytical skills, forensic accounting expertise, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of balance sheets across multiple retail locations to identify errors and discrepancies.<br>• Perform targeted corrections on key accounts, including cash, intercompany transactions, inventory, and accrued liabilities.<br>• Investigate and resolve recurring issues caused by operational, procedural, or system-related inefficiencies.<br>• Ensure all adjustments comply with GAAP standards and are documented with clear audit trails.<br>• Collaborate with internal finance teams and external auditors to provide updates and summaries of findings.<br>• Prepare concise reports detailing progress, resolutions, and any identified root causes.<br>• Utilize accounting systems and reconciliation tools effectively to trace and correct transactional flows.<br>• Provide recommendations to prevent future balance sheet discrepancies through improved processes or systems.<br>• Engage in on-site reviews when necessary to ensure accurate remediation across all locations.<br>• Maintain clear and attentive communication with stakeholders, including finance, operations, and IT teams.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team on a contract basis in Ofallon, Illinois. This role requires a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to oversee core accounting functions and provide leadership to the accounting team during a transitional period. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and a proven ability to maintain financial accuracy and operational continuity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ensuring account accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to guarantee timely vendor payments and customer collections.</p><p>• Administer payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accurate compensation for employees.</p><p>• Monitor cash management activities, including liquidity, cash flow, and credit card transactions.</p><p>• Lead the monthly financial close process and prepare comprehensive financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Provide direct supervision to three team leaders managing approximately 12 accounting staff, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.</p><p>• Offer coaching and guidance to the accounting team to uphold accuracy and timeliness in financial operations.</p><p>• Utilize Sage Intacct software for effective financial reporting and process management.</p><p>• Conduct advanced financial analysis and modeling using Microsoft Excel.</p><p>• Ensure seamless transition and knowledge transfer during the onboarding period, maintaining stability in reporting deadlines.</p>
