Sep 13, 2024
Sauder & Stoltzfus is an entrepreneur’s CPA firm that values trustworthiness, excellence, community, and teamwork. We advise our clients with entrepreneurial CPA services “the way we would want to be advised.” That means with honesty, thoughtful guidance, and business advice that helps to develop and expand upon our clients’ successes. We endeavor to be trusted advisors who always look out for our clients’ best interests.
We are growing and looking for an ambitious, intelligent, client-focused Senior Accountant to join our team. This position has the opportunity for advancement.
Education and Experience
3 – 5+ years of experience in public accounting (forms 1065, 1120-S, 1040);
Understand core accounting and bookkeeping concepts with understanding of journal entries, balance sheet, profit and loss, and month end closing procedures;
A strong grasp of the federal income tax laws and the ability to prepare tax returns and do tax research;
Bachelor’s Degree or comparable experience;
CPA certification or interest in becoming CPA is a plus;
QuickBooks experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
Prepare income tax filings;
Assist with compilations;
Assist clients with their bookkeeping and accounting questions;
Prepare or oversee preparation of sales tax and payroll tax filings;
Research tax situations and advise taxpayers.
Expectations
Be trustworthy and responsible;
Work well with others and contribute to a positive team culture;
Develop professionally and assume new and additional responsibilities;
Organize schedule, responsibilities, and multiple projects simultaneously;
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills;
Be willing to work overtime (55-60 hours per week) during tax season.
Complete support of and willing adherence to the mission, vision and core values. Applicants must hold these standards as his/her own.
Strong technology skills and comfortable with a paperless process.
Salary:
Benefits Overview
This Is Not A Remote Position
Office Location:
Sauder and Stoltzfus
1028 Sharp Ave
Ephrata, PA 17522
Sauder and Stoltzfus is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
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Jul 29, 2024
Position Closed
Lapp Electric is entering its sixth decade of serving residential and commercial customers in Lancaster County, PA and continues to thrive and grow. Lapp remains a highly-respected family owned and operated business with a laser focus on superior service to our team members, customers, and community. We are…Powered By People.
Purpose
We are seeking a controller to oversee all the accounting functions, accounting team and provide financial reporting to the Lapp Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will have experience as an accountant, controller or financial manager in the construction or electrical services industry, preferably in a senior role. They will also provide financial direction and support to operational divisions to aid in our continued growth.
The controller will lead in alignment with Lapp’s Mission-Vision-Values statements and facilitate an atmosphere where the talents and abilities of our employees are put to the best use and support the industry-leading service we’re known for.
Essential Duties
- Lead and coach the accounting team to ensure adherence to GAAP, strong internal controls, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Direct the accounting team with leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity. Provide continuous coaching with regard to best practices, systems and technical skills.
- Collaborate with Project Managers for commercial and residential business on labor, materials and equipment.
- Deliver monthly Work-In-Progress (WIP) analysis and report to the Leadership Team; review cash flow and cash position reports.
- Actively participate in influencing business growth, direction, strategic planning, and financial forecasting. Ensure that financial plans align with organizational goals; analyze and make recommendations on acquisition opportunities.
- Create and maintain the annual company-wide budget and forecasting.
- Initiate and execute all month-end processes, reconciliation and updates. Record all monthly Work-In-Progress entries. Deliver monthly balance sheet and income statement.
- Responsible for the monthly update to the Management Team and Owners on the budget, backlog analysis, key financial indicators and ratios.
- Build and maintain a relationship with our CPA firm throughout the year to prepare for the year-end audit and taxes.
- Maintain banking and insurance relationships; oversee physical assets
- Work with legal partners to manage legal risks.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting (or equivalent in related field).
- Five (5) or more years of experience in public and/or corporate accounting as a senior-level accounting or finance manager.
- At least two (2) years experience leading/coaching a team as a direct manager.
- Prior leadership experience providing data, insights, and guiding strategic decisions.
- Complete support of and willing adherence to Lapp’s Mission, Vision and the Qualities of a L.A.P.P.E.R: Leadership, Accessible, Positive Attitude, Perseverance, Encourager, Reliable. Applicants must hold these standards as his/her own.
- Strong technology skills and the ability to evaluate and recommend technology tools.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Accounting experience at a construction company or experience serving construction clients is highly preferred.
- Experience with GAAP-based financial reporting.
Benefits Overview
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Medical Insurance (PPO or HSA)
- Ancillary coverage available (ex. Dental, Vision, Long-term & Short-term Disability, etc.)
- 401(k) with match after 90-days employment
- Profit sharing and bonus plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 7 paid holidays
- Educational assistance
- Uniforms or logo’ed apparel depending on role
This Is Not A Remote Position
Office Location:
Lapp Electric
2420 Gehman Lane
Lancaster, PA 17602
Lapp Electric , Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Email HR Team
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Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Now Recruiting For
May 31, 2024
Position Closed
A family-owned and operated business located in the heart of Lancaster County’s Amish countryside, Esch Manufacturing manufactures and distributes their No-Till Grass Drills throughout the United States and Canada. Their products are made in the USA and help customers improve production and soil renovation across a wide range of conditions as they create quality pastures and food plots.
Because of the incredible growth of Esch Manufacturing, they are in search of a Sales and Marketing Representative to help share their story and take the organization to the next level of new customer engagement.
Make Esch Manufacturing part of your story.
Purpose
The Sales and Marketing Representative is responsible for establishing and maintaining profitable relationships with customers. The Sales and Marketing Representative has primary responsibility for identifying potential customers and sharing products through relational selling to meet the customer’s needs.
Some Essential Responsibilities
- Manage the full sales cycle from customer prequalification, engagement, proposals/quotes, ongoing customer care and relationship management, negotiations, to securing and closing sales.
- Make regular customer and prospect calls. Call frequency should depend on, but not be limited to, potential of the account and the status of any pending business.
- Provide weekly or as needed reports to management on customer engagement, new contacts, sales funnel and timelines.
- Develop and execute effective customer marketing strategies to acquire and retain customers.
- Maintain customer information accuracy on a consistent basis.
- Demonstrate competence in managing, networking, relationship nurturing, and target marketing to specific prospects.
- Work with leadership to identify sales lead sources and develop coordinated plans for key prospecting through segmentation practices.
- Manage customer communication channels including email, text, display ads, social media and other relevant platforms.
- Exhibit effective customer relations and sales principles that ensure total customer satisfaction with the products/orders and services.
- Continually improve product knowledge and sales techniques to swiftly provide customers with new product awareness.
- Represent Esch Manufacturing in a positive and professional manner
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- Degree or Technical Degree in Marketing, Sales, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of Agricultural/Equipment Sales experience, required.
- Digitally savvy with experience working with websites and social media to promote products and attract customers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace or equivalent.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, and/or sketch form, is a plus.
- Ability and willingness to travel occasionally (trade shows or other short-term travel)
- Self-starter, capable of working very closely with internal and external customers.
Required Personal Attributes
- Must exercise good judgment and integrity.
- Possess the ability to take the order from beginning to the finished order.
- Possess excellent organizational skills.
- Possess excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Just like all Esch Manufacturing employees, the conduct of this sales and marketing representative must be consistent with good character, and must be an appropriate reflection of our company’s heritage. They must provide complete support and willing adherence to Esch Manufacturing’s mission and vision. Applicants must hold these standards as his/her own.
This Is Not A Remote Position
Esch Manufacturing
360 Mount Sidney Road
Lancaster, PA 17602
Esch Manufacturing
Esch Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
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Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Now Recruiting For
May 31, 2024
Position Closed
Located in Lancaster County, Edge Metalworks is an advanced laser cutting and manufacturing partner serving serious manufacturers and job shops to springboard their production quality, timeliness and profit.
With more than a decade of manufacturing experience, the team is equipped with state-of-the-art laser cutting technologies that range from 4kw – 24kw which enable them to precisely cut a wide variety of metals and thicknesses. Edge Metalworks is a production ally and offers customized engineering and customized order processing with a personal touch.
We are in search of a CAD Operator that will help take the organization to the next level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
Join our highly regarded professional team at Edge Metalworks. Together we lead!
Purpose:
The CAD Operator position is for a technically minded person with excellent customer-facing skills who can translate ideas/sketches presented by engineers/customers into real products, and document them in a 2D/3D spatial environment. The CAD Operator will partner with our customers through attention to detail, great problem-solving skills, great communication, personal excellence and commitment to the team. They will be responsible for interfacing directly with engineering staff, customers, vendors, production floor supervisors, and machine operators via phone, email and in person. Communication will include documenting processes in the system, exporting .dxf files, creating Bill of Materials (BOM), 2D drawings, and 3D models.
Responsibilities:
- Draw 2D/3D CAD files for sheet metal and structural components from sketches or with customer input.
- Reverse engineer parts, verify geometry utilizing calipers, scale, may require simple hand tools to dis-assemble parts.
- Review and file customer CAD files for production.
- Recommend improvements and value-added changes to customers if needed.
- Support the press brake department with manufacturing files.
- Deliver some full product design and engineering.
- Communicate clearly (in person, email and phone) and answer technical questions from the manufacturing floor to ensure products are manufactured to the requirements.
- Discuss designs with customers over phone and/or in person at the facility.
- Contribute to the overall team in a positive manner in an environment that may at times be fast paced.
- Work in compliance with company policy and objectives
Position Preferences:
- 1-2 years prior experience and demonstrated proficiency with 2D and 3D design software (software, such as SpaceClaim, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc preferably in a sheet metal/metal manufacturing setting)
- Prior manufacturing experience with CNC equipment
- High school diploma (2 year associate’s degree preferred in technical background)
- Equivalent work experience with 2D/3D CAD software will be considered.
- Experience with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and other related computer applications.
Physical requirements:
- Routinely walk, stand on concrete floors, sit for long periods of time
- Job is performed sitting and standing
- Periodically lift up to 50lbs
Work Remotely:
Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: $25/hour based on experience
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off including 7 paid holidays
- Quarterly bonus system based on overall company performance
- Great team and work environment
This Is Not A Remote Position
Office Location:
Edge Metalworks LLC
144 Ranck Church Rd,
New Holland, PA 17557
Edge Metalworks is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Email HR Team
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Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Now Recruiting For
Dec 21, 2023
Position Closed
Hershocks Inc. is committed to understanding, meeting and exceeding their customer’s expectations. As one of the largest glazing subcontractors in Central Pennsylvania, providing a comprehensive and technically expert range of services related to the design, installation, and service of windows, glass, architectural panels, and more. Hershocks has been a market leader committed to safety, quality, integrity, family, and community since 1935.
Still family-owned and operated, Hershocks is a winner in the small company category for “Best Places to Work in PA 2023” Come join them as they approach their 90 year milestone!
The Position
We have been retained to seek a controller to oversee all the accounting functions, accounting staff and provide financial reporting to the Hershocks Management Team. As a management team member, this position reports to the President. The ideal candidate will have experience as an accountant, controller or financial manager in the construction industry, preferably in a senior role. They will also provide financial direction and support to operational divisions to aid in their continued growth.
The controller will lead in alignment with Hershocks’ Mission-Vision-Values statements and facilitate an atmosphere where the talents and abilities of the employees are put to the best use and support the industry-leading service Hershocks is known for.
Essential Duties
- Lead the accounting staff to ensure adherence to GAAP, strong internal controls, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Direct the accounting team with leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity. Provide continuous coaching with regard to functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors).
- Create and maintain the annual company-wide budget.
- Deliver weekly Work-In-Progress (WIP) analysis and report; review cash flow and cash position reports as provided by accounting staff.
- Provide financial direction and support at weekly Hershocks Management Team meetings, Large Contract Division meeting and Service Division meeting. Initiate and execute all month-end processes, reconciliation and updates.
- Record all monthly Work-In-Progress entries. Deliver monthly balance sheet and income statement. Responsible for the monthly update to the Management Team and Owners on the budget, backlog analysis, key financial indicators and ratios.
- Build and maintain a relationship with their CPA firm throughout the year to prepare for the year-end audit and taxes.
- Procure all financing and maintain banking and insurance relationships.
Oversee the pension plan and maintain relationships with plan providers. - Work with legal partners to manage legal risks.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting (or equivalent in related field).
- Five (5) or more years of experience in public and/or corporate accounting as a senior-level accounting or finance manager.
- Complete support of and willing adherence to Hershocks’ mission, vision and core values; applicants must hold these standards as his/her own.
- Exemplary history of financial project management
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Accounting experience at a construction company or experience serving construction clients is highly preferred.
- Professional certification, such as CPA (certified public accountant) or CA (chartered accountant) is nice to have.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Paid Vacation / Holidays
This Is Not A Remote Position
Office Location:
Hershocks Commercial Glass and Glazing
3501 N. 6th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17011
Hershocks, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Email HR Team
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Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Now Recruiting For
Jul 29, 2022
For more than 80 years, Clarks Summit University has prepared men and women for Christ-honoring careers and ministries across the globe. Located in the foothills of the Endless Mountains of Pennsylvania, the university offers programs ranging from an associate, bachelor’s, masters and doctorate degrees.
Purpose of Position:
The primary purpose of all employees of Clarks Summit University (CSU) is to advance its Christ-centered mission and culture:
- Seek to be a role model in attitude, speech, and actions in a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ.
- Follow Matthew 18 principles in addressing issues with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
- Show by example the importance of Scripture memorization, Bible study, prayer, witnessing, and Christian fellowship.
- Be prepared to communicate the school’s religious beliefs to students and others who inquire.
- Be ready to pray and offer spiritual advice to students, faculty, and staff.
The primary function of the Controller is to provide oversight for all financial matters of Clarks Summit University and the BBC Foundation including accounting, forecasts & budgeting, financial reporting & analysis, treasury, payroll, and compliance. The Controller directly manages the Business Office and HR and has organizational responsibility for Financial Aid, Information Technology, and Facilities.
Some Essential Duties:
General
- Serves on the President’s Cabinet and as administrative representative to the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees
- Provides oversight to ensure stakeholders are properly served, institutional policies are established & followed, and institutional priorities are realized.
- Plans, organizes, directs, and oversees the work of assigned staff in the operations of the Business Office including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting functions.
- Supervising responsibilities include Accounts Payable Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Human Resources Coordinator, Director of Student Accounts, Financial Aid Director, Director of Information Technology (Dual Report with Vice President of Academics), Director of Facilities.
- Effectively oversees cash management of cyclical revenue and expenses (specific to the academic nature of the University and it’s summer programs) to ensure accounts payable liabilities remain within acceptable terms.
- Leads the preparation of the annual operating budget, monitors/projects revenue and expenses on a regular basis, and works with management on an on-going basis to ensure the annual financial goals are achieved.
- Establishes & periodically reviews internal control policies and procedures to ensure that accounting standards are met. Administers corporate credit card program.
- Identifies and recommends policies and procedures related to the financial and business practices of the University; plans and implements new operating procedures and information technology advances to improve service quality and efficiency of service delivery.
- Effectively interacts with professional colleagues both inside and outside CSU.
- Maintains confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
- Submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Able to process clearly and quickly especially when planning and addressing the financial needs of the institution.
Specifics
- Develops short and long range financial forecasts for use in financial planning and management of cash requirements and obligations.
- Prepares month-end close including any necessary journal entries or adjustments, completes necessary reconciliations, issues monthly budget variance reports, and prepares internal financial statements necessary for the proper management of the institution including requested ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
- Processes bi-weekly payroll.
- Prepares reports and surveys as required by regulatory and accrediting agencies.
- Secures annual renewal and design of employee benefits including partially self-insured medical insurance and related ancillaries.
- Provides all financial services for the BBC Foundation and interacts with investments managers to periodically review fund performance.
- Oversees risk-management and ensures property insurance policies are in force to protect the University.
- Directs the fiscal year-end close and ensures conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
- Faith
- Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Be in complete support of and adherence to Clarks Summit University’s Standards of Conduct and Confession of Faith.
- Faithfully attend a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with Clarks Summit University.
- Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (minimal) with an Accounting major preferred, or a closely related field such as finance or business administration.
- Three to Five years of experience as a controller.
- One to two years in a senior-level accounting or financial management role.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of accounting, auditing principles, financial reporting, accounting regulations and internal controls; principles and practices of employee supervision and personnel management; federal and state employment labor laws and regulations.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is desirable.
- Experience in a non-profit or educational institution is a plus.
- Proven leadership skills to effectively direct employees while in a professional environment, ability to properly evaluate comprehension, and application of subject material.
- Show excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Be a self-starter, results-oriented, and able to motivate others.
- Must be comfortable in a high-pressure environment and have the ability to handle multiple tasks with minimum supervision.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar accounting systems.
- Proficient ability to use Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of Windows, Power Point, Word and similar programs required.
Essential Qualities:
Conscientiousness
- Displays a professional image at all times, even when facing significant job challenges.
- Delivers on commitments made to others.
- Takes ownership for resolving problems rather than allowing them to persist.
- Displays positive “Can Do” attitude.
Flexibility
- Adapts quickly to changing situations. This includes last-minute changes and disruptions to the schedule.
- Is receptive to new information, ideas, or strategies to achieve the organization’s goals.
Influencing/Negotiating
- Anticipates potential reactions or concerns of students and takes initiative to address them.
- Builds ownership for new initiatives, or changes by involving those responsible for implementation in planning the details.
Integrity/Honesty
- Avoids any action or situation that would give the appearance of unethical, or inappropriate behavior.
- Demonstrates the courage to do the right thing in difficult situations.
- Holds self and others accountable for meeting high standards of the organization’s integrity.
- Leads by example through modeling ethical practices and standards.
Sensitivity
- Treats others with respect, fairness, and consistency (e.g., listen to, respect others’ views, and ideas).
- Demonstrates empathy and understanding when addressing sensitive issues with others.
- At times the Controller will be privileged to information that should not be shared and must maintain confidentiality.
Other Interpersonal Skills
- High level of effective interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, plus organization and presentation skills.
- Cultivates strong working relationships with employees and students
Other Interpersonal Skills
- High level of effective interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, plus organization and presentation skills.
- Cultivates strong working relationships with employees and students.
Just like all Clarks Summit University employees, the conduct of this employee must be consistent with good character, and must be an appropriate reflective of our organaization’s heritage. Complete support of and willing adherence to Clarks Summit University’s mission vision and values. Applicant must hold these standards as his/her own. A statement of faith will be required of all final candidates.
Benefits:
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Vision coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation/ holidays/ sick days/ personal days
Location Will Be:
Clarks Summit University
538 Venard Road
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Due to the overwhelming response we ask that you are patient during the selection and interview process. All qualified applicants will be notified.
Cover letter should include why you should be considered for the position and what would make you the best candidate.
Email HR Team
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May 20, 2022
Position Closed
For more than 80 years, Clarks Summit University has prepared men and women for Christ-honoring careers and ministries across the globe. Located in the foothills of the Endless Mountains of Pennsylvania, the university offers programs ranging from an associate, bachelor’s, masters and doctorate degrees.
Purpose of Position:
The primary purpose of all employees of Clarks Summit University (CSU) is to advance its Christ-centered mission and culture:
- Seek to be a role model in attitude, speech, and actions in a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ.
- Follow Matthew 18 principles in addressing issues with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
- Show by example the importance of Scripture memorization, Bible study, prayer, witnessing, and Christian fellowship.
- Be prepared to communicate the school’s religious beliefs to students and others who inquire.
- Be ready to pray and offer spiritual advice to students, faculty, and staff.
The primary function of the Executive Director for Accounting & Finance is to provide oversight for all financial matters of Clarks Summit University and the BBC Foundation including accounting, forecasts & budgeting, financial reporting & analysis, treasury, payroll, and compliance. The Executive Director for Accounting & Finance directly manages the Business Office
Some Essential Duties:
General
- Serves on the President’s Cabinet and as administrative representative to the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees
- Provides oversight to ensure stakeholders are properly served, institutional policies are established & followed, and institutional priorities are realized.
- Plans, organizes, directs, and oversees the work of assigned staff in the operations of the Business Office including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting functions.
- Supervising responsibilities include Accounts Payable Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Human Resources Coordinator, Director of Student Accounts, Financial Aid Director, Director of Information Technology (Dual Report with Vice President of Academics), Director of Facilities.
- Effectively oversees cash management of cyclical revenue and expenses (specific to the academic nature of the University and it’s summer programs) to ensure accounts payable liabilities remain within acceptable terms.
- Leads the preparation of the annual operating budget, monitors/projects revenue and expenses on a regular basis, and works with management on an on-going basis to ensure the annual financial goals are achieved.
- Establishes & periodically reviews internal control policies and procedures to ensure that accounting standards are met. Administers corporate credit card program.
- Identifies and recommends policies and procedures related to the financial and business practices of the University; plans and implements new operating procedures and information technology advances to improve service quality and efficiency of service delivery.
- Effectively interacts with professional colleagues both inside and outside CSU.
- Maintains confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
- Submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Able to process clearly and quickly especially when planning and addressing the financial needs of the institution.
Specifics
- Develops short and long range financial forecasts for use in financial planning and management of cash requirements and obligations.
- Prepares month-end close including any necessary journal entries or adjustments, completes necessary reconciliations, issues monthly budget variance reports, and prepares internal financial statements necessary for the proper management of the institution including requested ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
- Processes bi-weekly payroll.
- Prepares reports and surveys as required by regulatory and accrediting agencies.
- Secures annual renewal and design of employee benefits including partially self-insured medical
- insurance and related ancillaries.
- Provides all financial services for the BBC Foundation and interacts with investments managers to
- periodically review fund performance.
- Oversees risk-management and ensures property insurance policies are in force to protect the University.
- Directs the fiscal year-end close and ensures conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Faith
- Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Be in complete support of and adherence to Clarks Summit University’s Standards of Conduct and Confession of Faith.
- Faithfully attend a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with Clarks Summit University.
- Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (minimal) with an Accounting major preferred, or a closely related field such as finance or business administration.
- Five years of experience in a senior-level accounting or financial management role.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of accounting, auditing principles, financial reporting, accounting regulations and internal controls; principles and practices of employee supervision and personnel management; federal and state employment labor laws and regulations.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is desirable.
- Experience in a non-profit or educational institution is a plus.
- Proven leadership skills to effectively direct employees while in a professional environment, ability to properly evaluate comprehension, and application of subject material.
- Show excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Be a self-starter, results-oriented, and able to motivate others.
- Must be comfortable in a high-pressure environment and have the ability to handle multiple tasks with minimum supervision.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar accounting systems.
- Proficient ability to use Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of Windows, Power Point, Word and similar programs required.
Complete support of and willing adherence to Clarks Summit University’s Standard of Conduct and Confession of Faith. Applicant must hold these standards as his/her own.
Required Personal Attributes:
Conscientiousness
- Displays a professional image at all times, even when facing significant job challenges.
- Delivers on commitments made to others.
- Takes ownership for resolving problems rather than allowing them to persist.
- Displays positive “Can Do” attitude.
Flexibility
- Adapts quickly to changing situations. This includes last-minute changes and disruptions to the schedule.
- Is receptive to new information, ideas, or strategies to achieve the organization’s goals.
Influencing/Negotiating
- Anticipates potential reactions or concerns of students and takes initiative to address them.
- Builds ownership for new initiatives, or changes by involving those responsible for implementation in planning the details.
Integrity/Honesty
- Avoids any action or situation that would give the appearance of unethical, or inappropriate behavior.
- Demonstrates the courage to do the right thing in difficult situations.
- Holds self and others accountable for meeting high standards of the organization’s integrity.
- Leads by example through modeling ethical practices and standards.
Sensitivity
- Treats others with respect, fairness, and consistency (e.g., listen to, respect others’ views, and ideas).
- Demonstrates empathy and understanding when addressing sensitive issues with others.
- At times the vice president will be privileged to information that should not be shared and must maintain confidentiality.
Other Interpersonal Skills
- High level of effective interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, plus organization and presentation skills.
- Cultivates strong working relationships with employees and students.
Just like all Clarks Summit University employees, the conduct of this employee must be consistent with good character, and must be an appropriate reflective of our organaization’s heritage. Complete support of and willing adherence to Clarks Summit University’s mission vision and values. Applicant must hold these standards as his/her own. A statement of faith will be required of all final candidates.
Benefits:
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Vision coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation/ holidays/ sick days/ personal days
Location Will Be:
Clarks Summit University
538 Venard Road
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Due to the overwhelming response we ask that you are patient during the selection and interview process. All qualified applicants will be notified.
Cover letter should include why you should be considered for the position and what would make you the best candidate.
Email HR Team
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Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Now Recruiting For
Jan 14, 2021
(Position Closed)
Located in Lancaster County, Horning manufactures high quality kernel processors and silage processing equipment.
After three generations of dairy farming, the Horning family knows cows. But as much as the Hornings are dairy farmers at
heart, they are innovators in mind. Relentless innovators in fact. And it is this family passion that has become the driving force and company culture of Horning Manufacturing.
Because of the incredible growth of Horning, we are now in search of a Product Engineer that will help take the organization to the next level of engineering and product excellence.
Make Horning part of your story.
The Product Engineer specializes in designing new products and their corresponding manufacturing processes. They improve upon current products and the manufacturing processes required to produce the products. They are also responsible for research, development product testing and transitioning the product from the design phase to manufacturing the product in scalable fashion.
Some Essential Responsibilities:
- Utilize computer-aided engineering tools such as CAE, CAD, FEA, etc., to increase productivity, quality and efficiency of product design and analysis.
- Provide information such as material and process specifications that are required in the manufacture or purchase of parts.
- Working knowledge of the work of Designers and Drafters to efficiently complete development of projects.
- Responsible for assisting and/or completing all field testing, as required.
- Complete work in the design and fabrication of prototypes to prove out new products or satisfy customer demands.
- Document design requirements on production drawings and incorporate all pertinent information necessary to ensure accuracy and precision in the production of the product.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Some Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or technical degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of Agricultural/Equipment Engineering experience.
- Possess solid engineering knowledge in mechanical and electrical systems.
- Possess computer proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD, Solidworks or equivalent.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, blueprint, and/or sketch form.
- Ability and willingness to travel occasionally (short term).
- Self-starter, capable of working very closely with multiple internal and external customers.
- Complete support of and willing adherence to Horning’s Standard of Conduct, and Mission, Vision, and Values; applicant must hold these standards as their own.
Some Required Personal Attributes
- Must exercise good judgment and integrity.
- Possess excellent organizational skills.
- Possess excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Possess the ability to take the product from beginning to the finished product.
Location Will Be:
301 Twin Springs Ct,
New Holland, PA 17557
Horning, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Email HR Team
Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Now Recruiting For
Oct 25, 2020
Integrate — Performance Reviews for Success
Probably one of the least liked HR processes of all organizations is the dreaded performance review. However, it does not have to be that way. Performance reviews should be beneficial not only to the organization but to the employee.
Key components to a successful process include:
- Built-in commitment to your MVV
- Shared goals and objectives throughout the organization
- Employee ownership of career and job performance
- Simplistic but meaningful processes
- Solid guidelines and commitment from senior leadership.
Commitment to your MVV
If you want your Team to fulfill your Company’s Mission reach your Vision and operate within your Values, you must build these into the Performance Review process. When you do, it shows the organization that leadership believes in the MVV so much that they have included it in the measurement of employment performance. Ensure your goals and objectives are aligned with your Missionand Vision; if they are not, you must question why they are in place. Most organizations that we support appreciate us walking them through a simple Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis to help develop goals for the organization. In the area of Values, always build your values and other important values into the behavior section of the Performance review form; we will discuss behaviors in more detail later in this chapter.
Shared goals and objectives
In high performing organizations, including those that I have worked for, have all had Performance Review processes that were aligned to shared goals and objectives through the organization. Typically the scenario worked like this: The CEO would develop four to six goals and objectives that would then be approved or renegotiated by the board of directors. Those goals would then cascade through the organization all the way down to, for example, the third-shift sanitation employee at the plant in Arkansas. The employees would then align what they needed to accomplish within their scope of authority against the goals of the person(s) above them.
The review process primarily focuses on annual goals, and very little on the mundane aspects of day to day work that is reflective of what the job description dictates. The daily work should be accomplished, and, if not, the employee should be managed through disciplinary procedures.
Employee ownership
I have had the experience of employees approaching me earlier in my career at the end of the performance review cycle. Oftentimes, their approach was because they never had met with their managers even one time during the course of the performance cycle.
Make no mistake: they are at fault as much as their inept management.
Employees must take ownership of their careers, their development and their performance. Those who do not simply will not survive in this economy. Part of ensuring that they take ownership, and helping them to understand it, is ensuring that the process is clearly defined, i.e., that the employee is obliged to prepare performance form materials, and be proactive in scheduling a performance review meeting with their manager if the manager is not. If the manager still fails to meet with them, the employee has an obligation to go to HR or, absent HR, the manager’s superior. Doing nothing should never be an option.
Simplistic but meaningful processes
Twelve-page forms and manuals that exceed sixty pages will just not work. Ensure your process includes easily understood documentation, and a review form that does not exceed a good resume length, that is, two pages. Keep the form limited to four to six operational goals and three to five behavior-based goals.
Never have a process that is void of behavioral objectives.
I have had the misfortune to work with several teams that insisted upon only production-related goals. They killed each other in the process to achieve them, and, when challenged, they would always say that they were not being measured on niceness, but solely on how many widgets they made! Balance your performance scorecard, and you will have better results.
Solid guidelines and commitment from senior leadership
When we describe “solid” guidelines, we mean guidelines that are not created in a vacuum, by one person high on a mountaintop. Guidelines should be developed by a cross-functional group of employees from a variety of areas within the company. This brings a rich blend of thoughts and experiences to the table.
Regrettably, most of the HR people that I have worked with during my career are just not capable of coming up with such solid guidelines without assistance.
It is a sad statement to make regarding my profession, but I gave up defending much of the deficiencies I discovered years ago.
Senior Leadership must buy into the process and support it. If they don’t, it is doomed to certain failure.
Years ago, I worked for a company in which, no matter how hard the CEO worked on convincing the president of a particular division to manage the performance review process, this president would balk. The division president’s lack of commitment transcended the organization. The process became a joke, and no one nurtured it. I look back at the company now and wonder if things could have turned out differently. They have closed half of their plants, and shed several thousand employees. It might be a stretch to link this to lack of leadership in embracing a performance review process, but I do believe that, if Innovation was a top goal for the years heading into the downturn, that company could conceivably have created new products to sustain employment for those who were laid off. Sad, but this is often the case. Managers: stay committed!
What has been your experience with performance review systems? Do you like them? Hate them? We would like to know. Please leave us a few comments to broaden our knowledge. Thank you.
Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Kingdom Company Building
Feb 11, 2020
Organizational Mission
All successful organizations have a Mission. Without a Mission, well, no one will know what it is they are doing and why. Another problem organizations have when absent a Mission is that their customers and vendors often end up confused, having mixed expectations.
I have worked for many organizations in my time. Probably more than most, and I consider this to be a good thing. The reason I consider this a good thing is that the experiences that God has given me in these numerous and diverse organizations has made me a far more competent counselor to businesses across the marketplace than if I had occupied one narrow niche for most of my career.
One common denominator I have identified is that the businesses that are successful all have an established Mission for their organization, a Mission that is co-developed by all of their employees and is ingrained into the culture of the organization. In fact, in high-performing organizations, candidates are exposed to the organizations ’s Mission before they’re even hired. Vendors know the Mission and Customers are aware, as well.
When Vendors know the Mission and Customers understand it, that’s enormously positive, but the most powerful and impactful group are your Employees. In my wealth of experience, I have discovered an absolute truth by simply listening to employees for more than 20 years. Fully 99 percent of all employees who come to work every day, want nothing more than to do a good job; in fact, most want to exceed your expectations. It really is the American way. Work hard, play hard and love your life. The problem, though, that many organizations suffer from is a lack of leadership to help steer the organization.
Specifically, they lack leadership in creating a Mission that employees own and strive to achieve.
What is a Mission?
Your Mission is simply what you do best — every day — and why. Your Mission should reflect your customers’ needs. Having a Mission is the foundation of turning the dreams and potential of an organization into reality. So, in a nutshell, your Mission
simply affirms why your organization exists!
So what does a Mission consist of? Well, it really is not rocket science. It is simply what your organization collectively — yes, I said collectively — not top down management, or board of directors to management — developed. It works like this:
- The senior management team develops a framework of what they believe the Mission is and should be.
- Line management then takes the draft document to the line supervision.
- Finally, employees and a good HR rep facilitate a roundtable session using the draft Mission as a guide.
You have a couple of reiterations, meetings back and forth, and then it’s time for “Congratulations!” because you now have a consensus on your Mission. Now, of course, when it is being facilitated, the facilitator must be skilled in getting everyone on board with the final product.
Key is letting your employees know that each one of them has an opportunity to challenge it, provide their personal input and suggest changes, but that, ultimately, when the majority of the employees and management agree to the final document, then it is up to all employees to respect it and support it.
Benefits of Creating or Revisiting Your Mission.
The benefit of creating a Mission or revisiting a current one is that it opens up the communication process inside of your organization. An effective Mission is based on input and commitment from as many people within your organization as possible. A Mission statement should not be an autocratic version of Moses and the Tablets. All of your employees must feel and understand your organization’s Mission. Only then can they make the necessary personal commitment to its spirit.
Tips for great Missions:
- Keep it short.
- Describe WHY customers will buy from you.
- Define your product or service clearly.
- Identify WHO is your ideal customer.
- Specify WHAT you offer your customer — benefits, services, advantages, etc.
- Delineate what makes your product or service different from that of your competition.
Examples:
Google: “We organize the world‘s information and make it universally accessible and useful.”
Starbucks: “We inspire and nurture the human spirit — one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time.”
Share with us your experiences with your organization’s Mission. How was it created? Who was involved, how would you have changed the process? Is the Mission applicable to you and your coworkers? Share with us and help the community to learn and grow.
Mark A. Griffin | Blog, Kingdom Company Building
