Terminal Operations Manager – East Houston<br><br>Our client is seeking a Terminal Operations Manager to oversee full-cycle terminal operations for a distribution facility in the Houston region. This exempt, full-time role is eligible for comprehensive benefits and reports directly to company leadership.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Supervise daily terminal operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and product quality.<br>Manage inventory, coordinate logistics, and train/supervise staff.<br>Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards (OSHA, state, federal).<br>Lead process improvement initiatives and support annual budgeting.<br>Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections, ensuring facility security and equipment maintenance.<br>Deliver prompt, effective customer service.<br>Requirements:<br><br>5+ years of terminal operations experience, preferably within manufacturing/distribution.<br>Bachelor’s degree, Engineering preferred.<br>Strong maintenance and electrical background.<br>Proven leadership skills, including staff management and conflict resolution.<br>Proficient in logistics, inventory control, and safety regulations.<br>Experience in Microsoft Office and/or other software applications<br>Seniority Level<br>Mid-Senior level
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee critical financial operations within our organization in College Station, Texas. This role focuses on managing general ledger accounting functions, preparing and analyzing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities and a passion for streamlining processes and mentoring accounting staff.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise general ledger accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial standards.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of key accounts.</p><p>• Review and manage monthly allocation and accrual calculations to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and subsidiary reports, ensuring timely and precise delivery.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller and other departments to enhance internal controls and financial reporting procedures.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with bank covenant requirements, ensuring timely reporting in accordance with established terms.</p><p>• Track inventory status and manage funds availability for inventory-related transactions.</p><p>• Assist in the coordination of external audits by gathering necessary documentation and supporting the audit process.</p><p>• Provide guidance and training to accounting staff, fostering growth and improving departmental performance.</p><p>• Support hiring and training initiatives for new team members, partnering with Human Resources as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Mark, mark.loiacano@roberthalf.</p>
<p><strong><em><u>AN OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU!</u></em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and dedicated <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join our client's finance team at a publicly traded manufacturing company. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional with a strong background in manufacturing accounting and financial reporting to take a leadership role in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>WHAT YOU GET TO DO EVERY DAY! </u></em></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations and financial reporting, with a strong focus on cost accounting in a manufacturing setting.</p><ul><li><strong>Standard Cost Accounting:</strong> Develop, maintain, and analyze <strong>standard costs</strong> for all manufactured products, including labor, overhead, and material components.</li><li><strong>Cost and Variance Reporting:</strong> Prepare detailed <strong>manufacturing cost and variance reports</strong> (e.g., purchase price variance, material usage, labor efficiency, overhead spending variance), providing insightful analysis to operations management.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Manage the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate <strong>financial reporting</strong> in compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements for a publicly traded company.</li><li><strong>Team Leadership:</strong> Lead, mentor, and manage a team of up to <strong>four accounting professionals</strong>, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.</li><li><strong>Inventory & Fixed Assets:</strong> Oversee the accounting for inventory valuation (including cycle counts and physical inventories) and fixed assets.</li><li><strong>General Ledger & Controls:</strong> Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensure strong internal controls and SOX compliance across all accounting functions.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting:</strong> Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a bilingual Receptionist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels in customer service, and is organized in handling both reception and mail clerk duties. The position offers an opportunity to engage with clients, manage incoming communications, and contribute to the operational efficiency of the office.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a welcoming and detail oriented environment.<br>• Manage incoming phone calls using a multi-line phone system, addressing inquiries and directing calls appropriately.<br>• Handle deliveries and process incoming mail with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Answer customer questions and provide guidance on various topics, maintaining a high level of service.<br>• Provide coverage for the mail clerk during lunch breaks, ensuring seamless operations.<br>• Sort and organize mail, including electronic processing of payments such as cash and checks for tax assessments.<br>• Monitor and manage office inventory to ensure supplies are available as needed.<br>• Support administrative functions to maintain smooth office operations.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused Receptionist to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth daily operations by managing front desk responsibilities, handling mail, and providing excellent service to clients. This role requires strong multitasking abilities and a commitment to maintaining an attentive and welcoming office environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet visitors and clients with a friendly and attentive demeanor, ensuring a positive experience.<br>• Manage a multi-line phone system, answering inbound calls and directing them appropriately.<br>• Provide accurate information to callers and address inquiries effectively.<br>• Handle mail operations, including receiving deliveries, sorting mail, and covering mail clerk duties during breaks.<br>• Process financial transactions such as cash and checks electronically for tax assessments.<br>• Maintain office inventory, ensuring supplies are adequately stocked and organized.<br>• Assist with customer service tasks, ensuring client needs are met promptly and efficiently.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and communication.<br>• Uphold the security and confidentiality of sensitive office and client information.
<p>Cindy at Robert Half is actively recruiting for an experienced and motivated Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) to lead financial decision support and drive strategic initiatives across a dynamic, operations-intensive environment. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role collaborates across multiple departments—including Operations, Sales, Emergency Response, and Site Services—to ensure data-driven insights, proactive financial management, and alignment with organizational growth objectives.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range plans in collaboration with department leads.</li><li>Deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including KPIs, dashboards, and variance analysis, translating results into recommendations for leadership.</li><li>Design and maintain advanced financial models for pricing, margin optimization, capital investments, scenario planning, and strategic projects.</li><li>Analyze trends, cost drivers, and profitability by product line, customer segment, and geography to guide business and margin improvements.</li><li>Support month-end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, and operating expense analysis.</li><li>Prepare board materials, executive presentations, and ad-hoc analyses for key initiatives and decisions.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and enhanced internal controls in a high-volume, logistics environment.</li><li>Monitor industry trends and factors impacting cost and revenue, such as market volatility and commodity pricing.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, support audit processes, and assist with M& A activity and strategic investments.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA/advanced degree preferred.</li><li>3–7+ years of progressive FP& A, corporate finance, or financial analysis experience, ideally within distribution, energy, oil & gas, logistics, construction, or similar sectors.</li><li>Advanced Excel financial modeling skills; experience with BI tools like Power BI or Tableau, and ERP systems such as NetSuite or SAP a plus.</li><li>Deep understanding of GAAP, financial statements, budgeting, and cash flow analysis.</li><li>Excellent collaboration and communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.</li><li>Able to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.</li><li>High integrity, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Experience with commodity pricing, inventory management, or variable cost structures preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Understanding of fuel/lubricant markets, hedging, or energy sector economics.</li><li>Experience in high-growth or acquisitive organizations.</li><li>Proactive, solution-oriented self-starter.</li><li>Investment banking or private equity experience is a plus.</li></ul><p>Ready to make an impact as a finance leader? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to influence organizational growth and shape financial strategy within a forward-thinking team. Apply today! Reach out to Cindy directly: [email protected]</p>
We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee and optimize the operations of multiple warehouses in Galveston, Texas. This role requires a strong background in supply chain management and logistics, with a focus on improving efficiency, accuracy, and cost control. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who excels in fostering collaboration and driving organizational success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the operations of five warehouses, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and cost-efficiency.<br>• Develop and implement strategies to optimize warehouse processes and procedures.<br>• Analyze operational and financial reports to identify opportunities for improvement.<br>• Utilize Warehouse Management Systems effectively to oversee daily operations and inventory control.<br>• Promote teamwork and clear communication among staff to achieve organizational goals.<br>• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies across all locations.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to align warehouse operations with broader supply chain objectives.<br>• Lead efforts to enhance performance metrics and operational efficiency.<br>• Supervise and mentor warehouse teams, providing guidance and training to improve performance.
