<p>Our client located in Willis, TX is seeking a highly experienced and motivated North America Customs Manager to oversee trade compliance and customs operations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The ideal candidate will ensure the company’s adherence to U.S. import/export regulations, maintain compliance with trade laws, and manage cross-border operations efficiently. This role requires exceptional technical knowledge, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external consultants.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Trade Compliance Oversight: Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export regulations, including CFR Title 19 (Parts 0-140 and 141-199) and relevant rules for Mexico and Canada.</p><p>Customs Management: Lead customs operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of import/export documentation and adherence to required practices.</p><p>Licenses and Certifications: Apply expertise as a U.S. Licensed Customs Broker or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) to oversee and optimize customs processes.</p><p>MTR Expertise: Leverage 2+ years of working knowledge of the Maquiladora tax regime (MTR) to manage compliance for manufacturing operations in Mexico and support the company’s tax-efficient supply chain.</p><p>Supply Chain Support: Provide support for logistics and supply chain functions, with intermediate knowledge of supply chain management principles.</p><p>Data Reporting and Presentation: Pull, analyze, and present customs and trade compliance reports to senior management, ensuring clear communication and actionable insights.</p><p>Cross-Level Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams, consultants, and all levels of management to ensure smooth operations and compliance.</p><p>Team Management: Act as a people-oriented leader to foster positive relationships and a strong culture within the team and organization.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Houston, Texas. This role involves overseeing financial reporting and accounting operations for a dynamic upstream gas infrastructure business. The position requires a strong leader who can manage complex accounting processes, ensure compliance, and provide critical financial insights to senior management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage a team of project controllers to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.<br>• Oversee the general ledger for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Direct monthly close cycles and prepare quarterly and annual financial reports.<br>• Manage fixed asset accounting processes and impairment assessments.<br>• Coordinate internal and external audit support and ensure audits are completed efficiently.<br>• Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures for the upstream business.<br>• Provide detailed financial analysis and reporting to senior management.<br>• Ensure adherence to controls related to financial reporting and fixed assets.<br>• Monitor technical accounting issues and implement solutions as needed.
<p>Our client, a $7B Utility company is looking for a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead a team focused on general ledger accounting for holding companies, a centralized service company, and other unregulated companies, not to include gas or electric utilities. In addition, this position oversees certain accounting processes across all business segments.</p><p><br></p><p>Essential Functions</p><p> </p><ul><li>Ensure that all necessary general ledger entries for assigned entities are identified and recorded timely to facilitate the monthly accounting close</li><li>Assign, monitor, and facilitate work of staff accountants</li><li>Approve journal entries, account reconciliations, trial balances, and schedules used for SEC filings</li><li>Oversee the preparation of and review schedules for regulatory filings, including the FERC Form 60</li><li>Oversee audit schedule preparation and interact with internal and external auditors</li><li>Answer questions from leadership, FP& A, and other interested parties about assigned entities and transactions</li><li>Perform, test, and ensure the adequacy of internal controls related to closing the books</li><li>Determine appropriate accounting treatment for complex transactions, working with the Accounting Research team as needed</li><li>Support projects, such as acquisitions and divestitures, system implementations, implementation of new accounting standards, etc.</li><li>Seek and implement improvements to processes</li><li>Coach, develop, and provide feedback to staff</li><li>Troubleshoot posting system generated general ledger entries</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Follow Shad on LinkedIN at #chalkboardtalk for videos on his open roles. Shad and his team at Robert Half is recruiting for our client which is a fast-growing residential and commercial services company backed by leading private equity partners. They are expanding rapidly through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is recruiting for a <strong>Director of Finance & Transformation</strong> to play a key leadership role in driving operational excellence, executing strategic initiatives, and accelerating value creation across the business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Director of Finance & Transformation will serve as a critical member of the leadership team, partnering with the CFO and private equity operating partners to drive enterprise value creation. This role blends strategic oversight, hands-on execution, and cross-functional leadership.</p><p>The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and has prior experience in private equity-backed portfolio companies. This individual will lead financial planning and analysis, oversee operational finance initiatives, and manage board-level reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.</li><li>Prepare and present board decks for shareholder meetings and senior leadership sessions.</li><li>Drive value creation projects, including M& A integration and synergy realization.</li><li>Develop and implement business intelligence dashboards and performance metrics.</li><li>Conduct scenario modeling to support strategic growth initiatives.</li><li>Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and commercial teams to align financial strategies with business objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li><strong>8–10 years</strong> of financial analysis and operational finance experience in an operating company.</li><li>Proven experience working with <strong>private equity firms</strong> and portfolio companies (highly preferred).</li><li>Strong background in <strong>board deck preparation</strong> and executive-level reporting.</li><li>Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills; ability to translate data into strategic insights.</li><li>Proficiency in <strong>Excel</strong> and <strong>PowerPoint</strong>; experience with <strong>PowerBI</strong> preferred.</li><li>BS/BA in Finance or related field; <strong>CPA or MBA</strong> a plus.</li><li>Ability to work onsite in <strong>NW Houston</strong> five days a week.</li><li>Previous experience managing direct reports is a plus.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Exceptional communication and presentation skills; ability to influence without authority.</li><li>Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.</li><li>Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><p>Competitive base salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits package.</p><p><br></p><p>For Confidential Consideration - Email Shad at [email protected] please email your MS Word Resume!</p>
