DescriptionThe Senior Tax Manager is responsible for the complete income tax cycle for the US operations of the Pepsi Beverages Americas Division (PBA).

These responsibilities include forecasting the effective tax rate, reviewing the quarterly tax provision, oversight of the federal and state income tax compliance, research and planning, and audit defense.

The PAB Division manufactures and distributes food and beverage products throughout the United States with annual sales revenue in excess of $10 billion.

The Senior Tax Manager position reports on a functional matrix basis to the Directors of Federal Income Tax, Tax Accounting and Tax Audits all of whom are based in Purchase, NY and the Director of State Tax who is based in Chicago.

The position has significant interaction with the finance groups for the Pepsi-Cola North America business unit which is based in Purchase and the Quaker Foods and Snacks, Tropicana and Gatorade business units which are Chicago.

This position will directly manage four to five tax accountants.

This position is responsible for supporting the complete tax cycle of PepsiCo, Inc. and subsidiaries with primary responsibilities for the PepsiCo Americas Foods (PAB) division and is based in Chicago, IL. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESTax Forecasting- Forecast the effective and cash tax rates for planning and quarterly reporting.

- Provide financial analysis to support tax planning initiatives and projects.

- Consult with tax planning staff to forecast the impact of proposed transactions.Tax Accounting- Review PAB FAS 109 calculation.

- Coordinate quarterly review by the independent accounting firm (as needed).

- Verify tax accounting accuracy and maintain policies and procedures.

- Work with the planning group to properly report transactions.

- Sarbanes Oxley compliance.

Research and Planning- Identify and support initiatives to deliver the lowest sustainable effective tax rate.

- Identify and support projects which will reduce the current cash tax rate.

- Act as local tax advisor to the PAB business units.

- Represent the Tax Department with the business units, aligning tax department resources to resolving issues as well as suggest tax efficient alternatives.

- Provide local tax support to the Purchase based Tax Department.

- Communicate relevant tax data to facilitate planning efforts.Tax Compliance- Manage and review the preparation of the federal income tax returns for the PAB division companies which are included in the consolidated PepsiCo, Inc. filing.

- Manage and review the preparation of the PAB division separate state income and franchise tax returns and the assigned PepsiCo state income tax unitary filings.

- Review provision to return calculation.

Management- Develop, lead, recruit and retain direct reports.

- Provide the foundation for successful tax accounting reporting by cultivating a high level of tax accounting expertise and a deep knowledge of the business.

- Foster an environment of trust and inclusion.

- Ensure that direct reports are exposed to career development opportunities.

- Develop strong relationships with business partners.

- Participate in external tax professional groups and organizations.

- Maintain a focus on continuing to develop technical tax expertise.

Tax Specialty BreakdownFederal – 50%State and Local – 50%Estimated Specific Responsibility BreakdownTax return review – 35%Research, planning and business support – 25%FAS109/Forecasting – 20%Audit Defense – 20%Requirements: – Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance.

8-10 Years Large Corporate or Large Public Tax Experience- Minimum of 8 years, with at least 5 years of Big 4 or equivalent experience preferred and 3-5 years of managerial responsibility.

- Ability to generate creative ideas and solutions, prioritize and deliver results.

- Strong analytical skills.

- Intermediate level of tax technical expertise.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Self-starter with ability to manage competing projects in time-constrained environment.

- Thorough understanding of FAS 109, Accounting for Income Taxes.

- Experience with CorpTax or similar tax software.

- Demonstrated ability to build and lead cross-functional teams.

Travel Requirements – Approximately 15% Domestic

Sr. Tax Manager PAB Division Job Job in Chicago, Illinois US

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ATT Distribution Operator – South Bend, IN DescriptionLOOKING FOR A COMPANY THAT VALUES YOUR ABILITIES? A job with AT&T as a Distribution Operator can provide you with exactly that! Don't miss this opportunity to join the company recognized by Fortune magazine as America's Most Admired Telecommunications Company and named one of the 2007 Top Companies for Minorities by The Diversity Network.

Take advantage of our paid training and wide range of career possibilities.

AT&T offers a competitive salary and benefits that include medical, dental, paid vacation, and more! Our Distribution Operators perform a variety of mail and material-handling functions including shipping, receiving, packing and inventorying.

What you'll do as an AT&T Distribution Operator: Unload vehicles and stack and palletize material and mail Verify the condition, quantity and description of shipments and prepare inventory and damage reports Update the database and prepare and affix labels for storage Use powered and manual lift equipment to move material Operate a variety of mail and material processing devices and machines QualificationsOur Distribution Operators must possess: Basic computer and keyboarding skills The ability to lift up to 75lbs A valid drivers license Qualification on pre-employment screening: Warehouse Telephone Abilities Battery ¢‚¬½(¢‚¬½Warehouse TAB¢‚¬½)¢‚¬½ Test study guides can be found here

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Company: AT&T
Relevant Work Experience: Unspecified
Job Status: Full-Time, Temp

Quality Engineer IIDescription: Job Summary: Summary Description: In a team oriented environment, performs all tasks in area of responsibility in a timely and efficient manner to support the inspection / quality system ensuring all aspects of the delivered / finished article is manufactured in accordance with approved quality system requirements and is certified as compliant to type design requirements or compliant with in-service limitations for Repair Station activities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions

1. Manage the compliance of the quality activities of suppliers or Gulfstream facilities through the application of system, product and process audits to the requirements of the FAA approved data2Certify a supplier or assess a Gulfstream facility quality system, personnel, processes and equipment as required to the applicable quality standards3Perform surveillance, source inspections, and first article inspections at suppliers¿ facilities, foreign or domestic and/or monitor the inspection system performance throughout all Gulfstream Operations, Materials and Repair Stations.

4. Coordinate quality assurance program plans, monitor and modify audit schedules, evaluate acceptance test programs, and quality engineering requirements of Gulfstream suppliers or facilities and review to ensure program effectiveness and integrity5Witness and validate acceptance, qualification, interchangeability, configuration and compatibility tests.

6. Provide Gulfstream liaison support regarding supplier or facility performance to established requirements.

Requirements: Additional Functions

1. Conduct product, system or process failure investigations, and provide technical assistance in resolution of quality problems.

2. Verify required corrective action implementation for timeliness and effectiveness3Perform trend analysis of audit results to identify quality system deficiencies.

Experience/Education Required: Six years related technical experience of continually increasing responsibility.

Four years experience specific to the appropriate Quality dept.

BA in a related curriculum or equivalent experience/education/certification.

Understands and able to apply and communicate to others: Blueprints/specs FAA Regs QC System Reqs Computer literate.

ASQ Cert as Quality Engineer or Quality Auditor preferred.

Unique skills: The successful candidate will be responsible for review and approval of the build documentation and the design engineering 3D models.

This person will also have other Quality responsibilities related to the approval / investigation of these items.

Experience is required with all facets of manufacturing and inspection of aircraft assemblies and installations.

Applicant must be fully versed in the application and use of ASME Y14.

5 1994, Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Ability to use Catia V5 is required and Enovia LCA is preferred.

Volt has a talented and optimistic staffing team focused on the quality of your career.

This position is urgent and you will be given immediate consideration should your resume meet the job requirements.

Volt is a world leader in the staffing industry, boasting over 50 years of experience.

We work with many of the Fortune 500 and 1000 companies to provide workforce solutions.

We offer our contractors competitive pay and benefits, as well as education programs and re-deployment assistance.

We also offer many direct hire full-time positions.

Volt Information Sciences, Inc. is our parent company and is a publicly owned corporation.

Stock is traded over-the-counter and is quoted on the NYSE.

To learn more about Volt Information Sciences, please visit: http://www.volt.com and to see more of our job postings, please visit: http://jobs.volt.com .

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace.

Location: Savannah, GAType: CONTRACTDuration: 180 – 365 DaysPay Rate: $54.

00 – $55.

00 Hourly DOEContact: Volt Technical Resources Volt Workforce Solutions1117 Perimeter Center West, Ste. E-306Atlanta, GA 30338PH: 770/393-4954FX: 770/393-4969

Quality Engineer II Job in Savannah 31408, Georgia US

We simplify healthcare by focusing on the people in the care cycle patients and care providers.

Through combining human insights and clinical expertise, we aim to improve patient outcomes while lowering the burden on the healthcare system.

Philips delivers advanced solutions for both health professionals, to meet the needs of patients, and empowered consumers for affordable healthcare whether in hospital or at home.

Some product highlights: 256-slice Brilliance iCT scanner, Integrated cath lab, Avalon FM 20 & FM 30 fetal monitors, Ambient Experience MR and CT systems, Philips Lifeline’s personal emergency alert service.

Seeking a Research and Development Electrical Engineer for the Emergency Care Solutions group focused on defibrillator products.

* Design and develop new defibrillator products.

Primary focus will be on new product design and current product support in the area of analog/ digital design.

* Model analog circuits using various simulation tools, such as PSPICE and MATLAB.

* Build prototypes and prove design feasibility, functionality and performance.

* Document all phases of the design including requirements, specifications, plans, reviews, test procedures, and test reports.

* Support existing products.

Investigate and determine root cause of product issues found in manufacturing and the field.

Troubleshoot systems, PCBs, cables, and firmware.

Use test equipment to analyze and resolve issues.

* Identify, evaluate and recommend key suppliers based on electrical technical abilities, experience, history, and certifications.

* Facilitate and maintain constant communications with key suppliers and internal stakeholders during project development.

* Represent the EE development group as a project/ technical team lead on projects.

This would include providing technical solutions as well as project scheduling and project tracking.

* Document the design for manufacturing (ie drawings, schematics, experiments, changes, test results, data, PCB layout, etc.).* Work with cross functional teams that include: Mechanical eng., Software eng, Clinical applications, Learning Products, Marketing, Support Engineering, Quality & Regulatory, and Supply Chain.

Teams are experienced, but relatively small and members hold many development roles.

* Verify and Validate designs* Minimum of BSEE with 5-7+ years experience in electrical engineering, * Solid skills in analog design and test methods.

Digital design experience a plus* Solid experience working with 3rd party vendors to resolve technical issues* Strong team leadership skills and the ability to work independently.

* Methodical, effective at troubleshooting.

Good problem solving skills (root cause analysis).

* Schematic capture and PCB/PCA design skills.

* Working knowledge of mechanical design and test.

* Able to document designs including: system requirements, theory of operation, schematics, interconnect diagrams, test procedures, test reports, risk analysis, and failure analysis.

* Ability to take designs from concept to production.

* Experience as a project team lead and project technical team lead preferred.

* Working knowledge of EMI reduction techniques preferred.

* Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

* Experience with FDA/IEC (IEC 601-1 Safety standard) regulated medical device manufacturing is a plus* Excellent English skills, written and speaking.

* Orcad: Schematic Capture and Cadence Allegro Layout a plus * Experience with project management tools such as MS project preferredAdditional Information: Travel Percentage: 10%

Electrical Engineer Job in Andover 01810, Massachusetts US

Founded in 1991, The SCOOTER Store is headquartered in New Braunfels, Texas and has locations and a network of service specialists across America.

The SCOOTER Store has grown from a vision into a highly successful national enterprise with over 2,500 employee-owners.The SCOOTER Store maintains strict compliance with Medicare regulations and works through the Power Mobility Coalition to ensure the availability of additional consumer safeguards and industry standards such as ongoing customer service and product maintenance.

The SCOOTER Store is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc. (ACHC).For quick consideration apply hereSummary: Responsible for overseeing and managing all the day-to-day operations of the Distribution Center and ensuring its productivity to include deliveries, service, inventory and compliance with all Medicare, State and local rules and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Primarily responsible for customer and client service, to include scheduling of delivery and service or managing schedules, initial customer contact, walk-in customers, problem/complaint resolution, inquiries, referrals and ride-alongs.

Verify appointments with customers and employees and ensure timely and successful completion of appointments.

Order closeouts and verification of all delivery paperwork.

Responsible for opening, closing and daily operations of facility.

Use inventory management software to perform all inventory functions including receiving, shipping and maintaining accurate inventory.

Oversee additional inventory functions including battery disposal, pallet removal, product returns, maintenance of par stock levels, and general organization of inventory in warehouse using rack and bin locations.

Responsible for vehicle maintenance and safety inspections.

Monitor shipping and receiving activity (UPS / FedEx)
Build and manage relationships with all vendors at the local level.

Manage employees and their expectations, to include recruiting, training, performance evaluation and terminations with input from the Distribution Center Manager.

Responsible for employee training including software training, Hazmat, ACHC, HIPPA, delivery procedures, corporate policies and procedures, OSHA and defensive driving.

Utilize the MBD process to include attending planning meetings to prepare the planning pyramid, morning huddles, weekly staff meetings and daily and weekly conference calls with the corporate office.

Provide improvement ideas and suggestions to both DC and corporate staff in regard to products, inventory, paperwork, personnel, vendor relations and compliance issues.

With input from the Distribution Center Manager, develop and maintain personal development plan to ensure continuation of professional growth.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly manage employees.

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Distribution Center.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include assisting or actual hiring and termination of employees, scheduling and assigning work, measuring performance, recommending promotion and pay, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.

A minimum of 2 years experience in business management or a college degree in business or a health care related field can substitute for the required experience year for year.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Drivers License with proof of clean driving recordOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Inventory Control knowledge required
Customer Service skills required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required
Time management skills
Bachelors degree preferred
General employment practices knowledge preferred
Bilingual skills a plusIn return for your experience, The SCOOTER Store offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.

The SCOOTER Store World Headquarters, Distribution Centers, and Stores are tobacco-free facilities.

The SCOOTER Store is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

-For quick consideration apply here

Distribution Center Manager Job in Indianapolis, Indiana US

Management Analyst – Program CoordinationDescription: Management Analyst – Program CoordinationThis position will provide support for the Supplemental Labor Management office, including primary day-to-day coordination and management of Supplemental Labor Information Management (SLIM) system operations.

They will also be tasked with Skills Description Analysis/Revision project work.

Program Coordination Responsibilities typically include, but are not limited to: Monitors and coordinates the daily transactions of the supplemental labor program, including the requisition/submittal process and candidate placement, timesheet approval process, invoice consolidation, day-to-day troubleshooting and problem resolution, and other activities required to administer the Vendor Management System (VMS).

Tracks contractor new hires and terminations to assure integrity of system data for reports.

Manages/maintains a contract tracking log and notifies Program Managers when contract funds are reaching a minimum threshold or a contract is expiring, so appropriate actions can be taken to add funds and/or extend if necessary.

Records and maintains information regarding vendor performance and requesting manager requirements.

Monitors and coordinates contract employee on-boarding, assignment management and off-boarding.

Manages the on-going relationships and communication with clients and suppliers.

Provides statistical analysis support and other duties as client’s needs dictate.

Provides periodic program status reports to the Program Managers as required.

Analysis Responsibilities typically include, but are not limited to: Evaluates existing Supplemental Labor skills descriptions, and map to appropriate ONET Occupational database coding structure.

Revises skills descriptions, incorporating appropriate ONET content and utilizing the company’s standardized format for Supplemental Labor Skills Descriptions.

Updates/organizes Supplemental Labor Skills Description Structure; develop table of contents or similar guide.

Once finalized by Supplemental Labor Program Manager, creates PDF copies of all Skills Descriptions.

Populates SLIM Requisition templates with revised Skills Descriptions.

Verify accuracy of ONET coding in SLIM database.

This job description is for one position.

Our client is in need of an individual with the best mix of the requested skills, experience and abilities that are sufficient to allow them to successfully perform Program Coordination duties, as well as, work with the Supplemental Labor Program Manager on a special skills description analysis project.

This is an estimated 6 month contingent/temporary position through Volt Workforce Solutions located in Portland, OR. VWS is a member of the Volt family of companies and a publicly traded, nationally recognized leader in providing staffing and information services.

Requirements: Required Skills for this Management Analyst position includes the following: Proven organizational skills with the ability to develop detailed work plans to ensure program success; detail- and process-oriented.

Demonstrated ability to take initiative, dive into assigned tasks and determine appropriate outcomes and solutions.

Excellent, well-honed analytical skills.

Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Ability to prioritize and execute tasks and effectively function in a fast-paced, sometimes high-pressure environment.

Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Reacts to work assignment adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently; meet deadlines.

Flexible during times of change.

Demonstrated initiative; willingness to take ownership of the position.

Excellent customer service skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments to resolve issues.

Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for excellence.

Professionalism in work product and behavior.

High stress tolerance and disciplined to execute according to standards.

Intense focus on accountability and urgency/speed of response.

Desired/Bonus Skills: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Business Operations or related field.

Vendor Management System (VMS) software familiarity.

VMS operational experience (buyer side preferred).

Familiarity with PeopleSoft Financials.

Experience with SharePoint.

Familiarity with ONET Occupational database.

Ability to document program issues, risks, assumptions and requirements.

Experience in implementing and following policies and procedures to ensure audit and corporate compliance.

Experience in a back-office position, processing timesheets, billing, payroll or accounts payable/receivable.

Knowledge of staffing industry or recruiting.

Accounting experience/background.

Instructions to begin the process: Email your resume to Volt at: Portland0633 [at] volt [dot] com and it will be expedited to the Recruiter assigned to this position.

Please use the entire job posting number in your subject line to ensure it gets routed to the correct Recruiter: 300108-4120-17-255478, also include the website name where you saw this posting listed.

Call Volt at the number listed on this posting; inform the Receptionist that you would like to speak with the Recruiter responsible for this posting and give the Receptionist the job number of 255478.

Volt has a talented and optimistic staffing team focused on the quality of your career.

Volt is a world leader in the staffing industry, boasting over 50 years of experience.

We work with many of the Fortune 500 and 1000 companies to provide workforce solutions.

We offer many direct hire full-time positions as well as contract positions; offering our contractors competitive pay and benefits, as well as education programs and re-deployment assistance.

Volt Information Sciences, Inc. is our parent company and is a publicly owned corporation.

Stock is traded over-the-counter and is quoted on the NYSE.

To learn more about Volt Information Sciences, please visit: http://www.volt.com and to see more of our job postings, please visit: http://jobs.volt.com Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace.

Location: Vancouver, WAType: CONTRACTDuration: 180 – 365 DaysPay Rate: DOEContact: Volt Accounting SpecialistsVolt Workforce Solutions1300 SW 5th Ave., Ste. 2600Portland, OR 97201PH: 503/227-1707FX: 503/227-8944

Management Analyst – Program Coordination Job in Vancouver 98663, Washington US

Initiative is one of the country’s leading independent media services companies. With a presence in 22 markets in North America, Initiative manages media planning and buying for a wide array of leading corporations.

Summary:

The Media Planner is responsible for managing the daily activities on client accounts. This position enhances client relationships by providing effective leadership and excellent customer service.

Essential Responsibilities:

- Manage the day-to-day planning and implementation activities for an account or group of accounts

- Develop and maintain working knowledge of all media plans

- Verify all authorizations and budgets

- Coordinate all Initiative efforts on behalf of the client including Buying and other specialized services

- Maintain responsive working relationship with client as well as with appropriate staff at client agencies and vendors

- Operate as Initiative’s liaison with client’s advertising agency and other communication resources

- Maintain contact and rapport with media suppliers on an as-needed basis

- Compile and coordinate research data and media/marketing information, analyzes data and issues and reports information to clients

- Generate and maintain client masters.

- Oversee electronic job orders, print insertions and manage quality controls

Qualifications:

- Bachelor degree in related field or equivalent work experience

- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues and vendors

- 2-5 years experience at an Advertising/Media agency

- Proven leadership ability

- 2+ years proven traditional planning skills and knowledge of research tools and resources

For consideration, please submit resume and salary history to lajobs@us.initiative.com

Media Planner
Position Type Full-Time Employee
Company Name Initiative North America
Location Los Angeles, CA
Salary Unspecified
Experience 2-5 Years Experience

Description:Senior Integration and Test Engineer for the National Cyber Range Phase II prototype effort. Work closely with designers and developers to test and integrate each iterative build of the prototype. Ensure that the required functionality is present and that no defects are introduced with each new build. Verify that all requirements and metrics are successfully satisfied by the National Cyber Range prototype system. Develop and document test procedures for all levels of test, from unit up to complete system level. Ensure the correct execution of these test procedures during test then document and communicate results to the relevant team members. Generate problem reports and change requests based on the test results. Work closely with the Systems Engineers to ensure that the iterative builds are integrated correctly. Work closely with the Configuration Manager to ensure that any issues are properly documented and the change processes are followed. Work closely with Project Management to ensure that the system is developed and built on schedule and on budget. Assist in the creation of the Phase III proposal and all other necessary documentation.Qualifications:Requires a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years experience in Integration and Test Engineering Must have very good verbal and written communications skills and the ability and experience to work as part of a large software team. Must have strong experience with the integration and test of large software systems being developed on a very aggressive schedule. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship. Desire experience with TCP/IP, Networking, and Cyber Testing and Evaluation.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceAPL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu .Job Location: Laurel, MDJob Number: 61603Company URL: http://www.jhuapl.edu /Company Profile:The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC.Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce.For consideration, APL invites you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Click Apply Now to be redirected to APL’s Employment Website.

National Cyber Range Integration and Test Engineer Job in Laurel 20723, Maryland US