<p><strong>Prior Roles</strong></p><ul><li>Previously held a role responsible for design and implementation of IT systems crossing multiple operational contexts (e.g. infrastructure, applications; applications, network; cloud, on premises)</li><li>Prior experience as a Solutions Architect, Solutions Engineer, or in a “hands-on” systems design role in a pre-sales or “Customer Success” role strongly preferred</li><li>Prior experience working on behalf of clients in a Managed Services or consulting role strongly preferred</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Experience and Knowledge</strong></p><ul><li>Recent hands-on design, deployment, and/or administration experience in Windows Server and Linux systems administration</li><li>Working familiarity with Unix variants and Mac OS; prior administration experience a plus</li><li>Working familiarity with Microsoft Azure and other IaaS providers preferred</li><li>Strong enterprise networking design, deployment, and/or administration experience</li><li>Working familiarity with enterprise-class vendors and product lines strongly preferred (e.g. Cisco, Cisco Meraki, HPE/Aruba, Juniper, Extreme, Brocade)</li><li>Working familiarity with enterprise-class network security appliance vendors and product lines strongly preferred (e.g. Cisco, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Fortinet)</li><li>Working familiarity with SMB/”prosumer” vendors and product lines a plus (e.g. Ubiquiti/UBNT, SonicWall, Mikrotik) a plus</li><li>Working familiarity with load balancers, VPN appliances/concentrators a plus</li><li>In depth understanding of current enterprise design patterns and norms for basic networking capabilities/concepts (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLAN segmentation, routing and switching, wireless)</li><li>Strong familiarity with SMB and entry-level on premises computing infrastructure technologies</li><li>Working familiarity with multiple server hardware vendors and associated management tools/platforms (e.g. Dell, HPE, Cisco, SuperMicro) strongly preferred</li><li>Working familiarity with hypervisor platforms (e.g. VMware vSphere/ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, Nutanix AHV, or others) strongly preferred</li><li>Strong familiarity with enterprise storage</li><li>Working familiarity with DAS, SAN, and NAS/filer solutions</li><li>Working understanding of contemporary network storage protocols and interconnect methods (e.g. iSCSI, CIFS, FibreChannel, NFS)</li><li>Strong familiarity with basic on premises infrastructure management best practices</li><li>Rack management</li><li>Power and cooling demand management</li><li>Physical security</li><li>Strong familiarity with scripting for administrative, auditing, and other operational purposes</li><li>Prior experience writing PowerShell, Python, BASH/other Linux shell scripts strongly preferred </li><li>Prior experience with typical infrastructure and server/endpoint management toolsets</li><li>Performance and capacity management tools</li><li>Endpoint management / RMM platforms</li><li>Patch and vulnerability management tools</li><li>Prior experience with capacity planning, VM/server “right-sizing”, performance analysis</li><li>Prior experience and ownership designing server, network, application solutions through deployment phase</li><li>Prior experience administrating Office 365 services</li><li>Prior experience administrating Microsoft Exchange, Google G Suite/Workspace is a plus</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will take ownership of financial reporting, product costing, inventory management, and analytics to support manufacturing and supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost accounting and a proven ability to deliver insights that drive operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review month-end journal entries with a focus on accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Conduct inventory reconciliations, variance analyses, and ensure effective manufacturing controls.</p><p>• Coordinate cost rolls and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Analyze labor and overhead rates, Bill of Materials, and throughput rates to ensure accurate product costing.</p><p>• Develop standard operating processes for cost analysis and profitability evaluations.</p><p>• Lead physical inventory counts and provide detailed reviews and analyses.</p><p>• Monitor manufacturing variances in the monthly profit and loss statements and recommend corrective actions.</p><p>• Create automated metrics for labor efficiency and productivity to support operational improvements.</p><p>• Collaborate with supply chain teams to evaluate commodity costs and their financial impacts.</p><p>• Support freight analysis, capex tracking, and the development of KPIs for cost trend monitoring.</p>
<p>We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Risk Manager to join a leading Global Commodities Trading company located in Houston! Must have at least 5 years of experience in Product Control, Market Risk or similar functions. You will lead risk coverage of trading books, and oversee a team of risk managers. Competitive salary + bonus and 100% paid medical for entire family. Please email your resume to Alyssa.white@roberthalf for immediate consideration!</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead risk coverage of trading book(s)</li><li>Oversight of the daily production of P& L, exposures and physical cargoes hedging ensuring the accuracy of the book of records – cargo valuation and daily pricing, complex hedging of financial exposure – in a context of high financial markets volatility.</li><li>Leading in the development of new and existing systems, processes, and controls.</li><li>Proactively communicate to senior traders and senior risk management, in particular escalation of issues and material changes in the portfolio.</li><li>Participate in the risk assessment of new business and/or large transactions, including quantification of risk appetite and helping to define hedging strategies.</li><li>Define and monitor risk control framework in cooperation with the central Market Risk team.</li><li>Managerial responsibility for a team of risk managers based in US and Mexico:</li><li>Mentor each individual and ensure their personal development in a competitive environment while maintaining good mental health</li><li>Actively participate in recruitment for risk graduates and commercial talents</li><li>Work closely with other groups within the Risk organization (Market Risk, Market Data, etc) and outside of it (Trading, Operations, Accounting in particular).</li><li>Active participation in the centrally led Global Risk projects e.g. UK Corporate Reform central workstream</li><li>Any other ad hoc duties that may be required from time to time.</li></ul>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Junior Marketing Manager</strong> to support our marketing team in executing campaigns, managing projects, and driving brand growth. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in marketing who is ready to take on more responsibility and grow into a leadership role.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in planning, executing, and analyzing marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels</li><li>Support content creation for social media, email, and website initiatives</li><li>Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure timely project delivery</li><li>Monitor campaign performance and prepare reports with actionable insights</li><li>Help maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials</li><li>Conduct market and competitor research to support strategic initiatives</li></ul>
<ul><li>Serve as the Product Owner for a financial application, guiding its evolution to meet future business needs.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize enhancements that improve functionality and user experience.</li><li>Translate business requirements into actionable user stories and manage the product backlog.</li><li>Work closely with development teams using <strong>Azure DevOps</strong> and <strong>Jira</strong> to track progress and ensure timely delivery.</li><li>Drive modernization efforts to align the application with current technology standards and business goals</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>For immediate consideration, please see Tony Bilden contact info on Linked In.</p><p>We are looking for an experienced Corporate Strategy & Development Manager to lead strategic initiatives, drive growth opportunities, and oversee key corporate projects. This role requires a strong background in business development, mergers and acquisitions, corporate strategy, and investor relations. Based in The Woodlands, Texas, this position offers the chance to shape the future direction of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities to support the company's growth and expansion goals.</p><p>• Lead and manage mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities, including due diligence, negotiations, and integration planning.</p><p>• Develop and execute corporate strategies that align with the company's long-term objectives.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors and stakeholders to ensure alignment with company goals.</p><p>• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives effectively.</p><p>• Monitor industry trends and emerging opportunities to keep the company at the forefront of innovation.</p><p>• Prepare detailed presentations and reports to communicate strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership.</p><p>• Oversee the execution of special projects and initiatives critical to the organization's success.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Houston, Texas. This role involves driving business performance through extensive financial analysis, strategic project management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to translate data into actionable insights and contribute to the success of product innovations and market strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct in-depth analysis to identify opportunities for sales growth and margin optimization across products and segments.</p><p>• Collaborate with division marketing to manage product lines effectively and align strategies with business objectives.</p><p>• Partner closely with business segment leaders to monitor performance and implement initiatives for improvement.</p><p>• Support the development and launch of new product innovations by providing financial analysis from concept to post-launch evaluation.</p><p>• Lead strategic projects including capital planning, mergers and acquisitions (M& A), and investor relations.</p><p>• Deliver financial insights and external market analysis to guide marketing strategies and decisions.</p>
