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Staff Accountant

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Anderson, Tackman & Company CPAs, a well-established, full-service accounting firm, seeks a Staff Accountant to join their team in Marquette, Michigan. CPA Candidates and those with previous experience preferred, however, we welcome all levels of experience and will train the right individuals who demonstrate a desire to learn.

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO.

  • Work with clients in such industries as government, not-for-profit, financial institutions, and employee benefit plans.
  • Review client financial/tax documentation and audit workpapers.
  • Research tax, accounting and regulatory issues that arise during an audit engagement to determine client compliance with GAAP and other regulatory statutes.
  • Plan financial audits by understanding organization objectives, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations.
  • Identify risk areas, prepare audit scope and objectives, and prepare audit programs.
  • Participate in all phases of an audit including planning, control analysis, testing, and substantive procedures.
  • Work with senior staff to determine overall audit strategy.
  • Assist in the preparation of reports for management concerning scope of audit, financial conditions found, and source and application of funds.
  • Develop ideas to assist clients with operational and control opportunities.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS.  Starting salary of $40,000 – $60,000 annually, based on your knowledge and experience. In addition, we offer medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, performance incentives, life insurance, paid vacation, sick time and holidays, continuing professional education along with the opportunity to advance your career within our company.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL AS THE STAFF ACCOUNTANT. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
  • CPA Candidates preferred; CPA license a bonus.
  • Previous experience in public accounting and/or audit a bonus, however, we will train the right individual who demonstrates a passion for our business and a desire to learn.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word and Excel) required.
  • Experience with business accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks, Sage, Thompson Reuters CS Professional Suite/UltraTax) preferred.
  • Exceptional time management skills with an ability to organize and prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain and promote a positive attitude and work environment.
  • Ability to travel to client sites and work long hours, if needed.

INTERESTED IN JOINING US? Apply online below.

CPA and Tax Manager (Partnership Opportunity)

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Anderson, Tackman & Company CPAs, a well-established, full-service accounting firm, seeks an experienced, partner-track CPA and Tax Manager to join their team in Marquette, Michigan. The ideal candidate is looking to establish on a long-term basis and would like to become a leader and partner in the company.

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO.

  • Technical review of federal and state income tax returns: corporate, partnership, individual, estates and trusts.
  • Preparation of more complex returns, including multi-state.
  • Supervision, training and career mentorship of tax preparers.
  • Respond to inquiries from various tax authorities.
  • Tax planning on a transactional and annual basis.
  • Recommend and implement efficient tax return preparation processes.
  • Research and solve complex tax issues on all aspects of taxes including income, sales, and payroll taxes using internet-based research tools, and communicate the results of that research clearly and concisely.
  • Internal consulting on tax issues for our partners.
  • Keep current on new developments in tax law/regulations and communicate
    important current developments to firm and clients.
  • Build new and existing client relationships.
  • Participate in initiatives for increased productivity and profitability.

 

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS.  Starting salary of $65,000 – $90,000 annually, based on your knowledge and experience, plus production and profitability bonus (up to 20% of annual compensation).  In addition, we offer medical, vision, dental, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, continuing professional education, paid memberships to professional organizations along with the opportunity to advance your career to a partnership role within our company.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL AS THE TAX MANAGER. 

  • CPA License with 4 or more years’ experience in Tax and Business required.
  • A sincere desire to learn and grow with our firm leading towards a Partner position.
  • Success in tax and consulting for small to medium sized businesses.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with business accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks, Sage, Thompson Reuters, Ultra Tax) and Microsoft Office software required.
  • An ability to lead, supervise and mentor other members of our team and clientele using your exceptional communication skills.
  • Willingness to stay current on developing tax law.
  • Ability to maintain and promote a positive attitude and work environment.

 

INTERESTED IN JOINING US? Apply online below. 

ABOUT US. Learn more at atcomqt.com

Mechanic ~ $2,000 sign-on bonus

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Auto-Pro Glass & Tire, a full-service glass, tire and automotive repair facility, seeks an experienced Mechanic to join their team in Houghton, Michigan.  Do you have mechanical aptitude and skills, are dependable, and a team-player? If so, then the Mechanic position is perfect for a person like you!

 

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS. $17 – $30 per hour, based on your knowledge and experience, plus a $2,000 sign-on bonus. In addition, our team enjoys performance incentives, a SIMPLE IRA, supplemental insurance, paid vacation and paid holidays, and ample training. The ideal candidate works 8am – 5pm Monday through Friday and occasionally on Saturdays.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL.  The Auto-Pro Mechanic has an exceptional work ethic, is trustworthy and reliable, and is committed to providing top-notch service to our staff, customers and vendors. To succeed, an applicant has:

  • Previous work experience as a vehicle service mechanic required.
  • Alignment experience required.
  • Steering & Suspension and Brake Certifications preferred.
  • Ability to diagnosis steering and suspension vehicle problems, perform light/heavy automotive mechanical repairs, vehicle maintenance, change tires, and repair auto glass.
  • Ability to use shop computers necessary for diagnostics.
  • Excellent time management and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems.
  • Ability to work under time constraints to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Attention to detail and pride in your work.
  • Reliable transportation, required.
  • Valid driver’s license, required.

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

Position open until filled.

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT US AT autoproglass.com   

Line Electrician

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UPPCO seeks a Line Electrician in Munising, Michigan. In this role, you construct, operate, maintain and dismantle components of all voltages of distribution and transmission lines.

 

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS.  $41.09 per hour in addition to a comprehensive benefit package in exchange for your knowledge and experience.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL.

  • Completion of a 4-year accredited or certified line electrician apprentice program and/or attained Journeyman line electrician status.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsements within 4 months of hire.
  • Possess thorough knowledge of all phases of electric distribution and transmission work procedures and safety rules, electric distribution standards, applicable state electric codes and statutes, and underground facilities and their purpose.
  • Willingness to be on-call, work long hours and overtime, as needed.
  • Ability to work outside with exposure to all types of weather conditions.
  • Position involves heavy, physical work with frequent lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in high areas above ground level and with high voltage equipment.
  • Excellent time management, organization and communication skills.
  • A positive, motivated attitude that works well with little direct supervision.
  • Willingness to travel, as required.
  • Must reside within 30 minutes of jobsite.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

No phone calls or walk-ins please.

 

ABOUT US.  UPPCO is a regulated electric utility delivering safe, reliable energy to about 54,000 customers in 10 counties of Michigan’s pristine Upper Peninsula. Our assets include 7 hydroelectric renewable energy generation facilities that also offer public recreational opportunities on land and water, 2 combustion turbines providing a total generation capacity of approximately 80 megawatts, 3,300 miles of electric distribution lines, and 58 distribution substations. Learn more at uppco.com.

Senior Software Developer

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Signature Research, Inc. seeks a Senior Software Developer to join their team in Calumet, Michigan. If you enjoy working on exciting projects, developing new and unique technologies and solving highly technical problems, we want to hear from you!

 

The Senior Software Developer will support Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) programs in the evaluation of signature management technologies, virtual and dynamic scene generation, analytical software development, aided and automated target recognition, and a wide range of machine learning applications.

 

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS.  Starting wage of $85,000 – $120,000 annually, based on your knowledge and experience, in addition to a comprehensive benefit package and flexible work schedule.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER.

  • Development of software and analytical tools to support a variety of Modeling and Simulation activities.
  • Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle including gathering requirements, design, implementation, testing, configuration control, deployment and maintenance.
  • Support signature analyses, write reports, and develop briefings on a variety of efforts; provide briefings to customers on completed work.
  • Support internal corporate software practices and vision roadmaps (e.g. help to determine appropriate software languages and tool sets).
  • Provide mentorship to new hire and junior level software developers.
  • Promote good development practices alongside other developers.

 

What you need to be successful as our Senior Software Developer.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field, required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 8 years’ experience in modeling & simulation product design/development or a related field, highly desired.
  • Physics-based scene generation experience, highly desired.
  • Ray tracing experience is a plus, however, a good understanding of Linear Algebra or Graphics Programming is highly desired.
  • Machine learning/artificial intelligence development experience, highly desired.
  • Skills in scientific programming languages: C/C++, Python and Julia, highly desired.
  • Parallel programming experience, highly desired.
  • Strong knowledge of scientific and technical computing paradigms and experience with modeling and simulation of mathematics/physics, highly desired.
  • Experience with open-source software and Linux, highly desired.
  • Experience with Git for code management, highly desired.
  • Experience supporting Agile/SCRUM project teams, desired.
  • Possess exceptional communication skills (verbal, written and in-person).
  • Great attention to detail, ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, high security office setting; initially no telecommuting.
  • Ability to apply and qualify for a Department of Defense security clearance.
  • Ability to travel throughout the United States (less than 20%).

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

 

ABOUT US. Signature Research, Inc. is a high technology business supporting a wide variety of Department of Defense programs with offices in Calumet, Michigan and Navarre, Florida. Signature Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Outside Route Sales Representative ~ work from anywhere in Upper Michigan

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If you are an Outside Route Sales Representative with experience in meat or food sales, we have a great career opportunity for you with an option to work from anywhere in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

 

Vollwerth & Company is a growing company based in Hancock, Michigan. We seek a self-starting, personable individual to grow with the company by building and maintaining strong relationships with food sellers, convenience stores and grocery stores handling our meat and spaghetti sauce products. Applicants can work from anywhere, however, will need the ability to visit our headquarters as needed.

 

SUPPORT & COMPENSATION.

Consumers buy our iconic meat products based on our 100-year history and commitment to high quality. They know our reputation for delivering on time and as promised and desire to be served by like-minded peers. Candidates for this position have proven experience building long-lasting relationships and sales growth while having integrity and can generate leads. While this position will work independently, they are supported by our National Sales Manager to assure revenue targets, goals and client expectations are met. The position offers:

  • a starting base salary of $27,000 – $32,000 annually plus commission. During the past 3 years, annual earnings for this position have typically averaged $50,000. Depending on your motivation, earning potential for this position is unlimited;
  • 401k retirement plan, life insurance, paid holidays, and paid vacation;
  • company provided vehicle, cell phone and laptop;
  • flexibility to work from home;
  • flexible work schedule that prioritizes family and health;
  • ample opportunity to grow and take on additional responsibilities.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED AS OUR OUTSIDE ROUTE SALES REPRESENTATIVE.

Strong candidates for this position are:

  • experienced with outside sales and are adept networkers within the food and grocery environment;
  • can expertly complete sales cycles – from cold calling to scheduling and facilitating meetings and demonstrations to closing the sale;
  • are extremely organized;
  • possess a creative approach to penetrating new accounts;
  • provide quality leadership in nurturing and maintaining relationships;
  • are able to travel frequently throughout the Upper Peninsula of Michigan meeting with established and new customers.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

ABOUT US. Learn more at vollwerth.com