...Job Analysis DeVry University MGMT 410 Due date: March 24, 2014 Job Analysis The occupation descriptions are customarily intended as per company’s requirements and standard course of action from prospective workers. Companies form occupation descriptions for informational purposes and use job announcements to set the preliminary standards for employment candidates. “The job description should be reviewed and updated annually, usually by the employee and supervisor during the performance review cycle” (McNamara, 2008). There are necessary components that describe the occupation descriptions which include schooling, knowledge, skills and capabilities needed for a potential employee. The in depth info in occupation descriptions are vital in outlining the profile of carefully chosen candidates. The procedures used in choosing applicants are likewise a central part of the businesses Human Resources Management (HRM) course of action. The interview offers the prospect for management and workers to comprehend the interpersonal infrastructures, the organizational abilities and technical capabilities. The occupations on ONET that fits my talents and skills is an Accountant and an Auditor. I believe that both jobs are a good fit for me. I am pursuing a degree in Technical Management with a concentration in Accounting. Growing up, I was always interested in numbers and keeping my checkbook balanced. I served in the military for twelve years doing administrative work...
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...methods 1 Job overview 2 Accounting 2 Job description 2 Working environment and hours 2 Human Resources 2 Job description 2 Working environment and hours 2 Job requirements 3 Accounting 3 Skills and personality traits 3 Education/Training 3 Human Resources 3 Skills and personality traits 3 Education/Training 3 Employment outlook 4 Accounting 4 Current statistics 4 Salary 4 Future predictions 4 Related occupations 4 Human Resources 5 Current statistics 5 Salary 5 Future predictions 5 Related occupations 5 Job satisfaction 6 Conclusion 6 Summary 7 References 8 Introduction On average people spend 40-50 years and even longer in the work force, which makes the choice of the career path one of the most important in our lives. A satisfying career can be a source of financial security, benefits, and gives a great sense of accomplishment. This decision requires a lot of thought and research. To make the best choice possible it is important to choose a career that is compatible with an individual’s personality, capability, and background, has the opportunity for professional growth, and requires a practical amount of education and training. The purpose of the report The purpose of this report is to present, analyze, and evaluate two career choices and issue a recommendation as to which one is preferable based on the conducted research. This report will outline two professions within the Business and Financing industry: Accountant and Human Resource...
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...Becoming a Certified Public Accountant Dwaine Holmes Eng 315 Professor Giewont August 23, 2011 INTRODUCTION I am writing this paper to find out the proper steps it takes to become a certified public accountant (CPA). I have just received my associate’s degree in business administration with minor in accounting. I am looking to start my career in accounting, so I wanted to know what are the qualifications and procedures that are needed to become a successful CPA. There are different ranks in accounting, with CPA being the highest. With that being said, I needed more information on whether I needed the certification. The basic job description of an accountant is make sure financial records are correct and true. They also have to make sure taxes are paid by state and federal guidelines. PROBLEM STATEMENT Becoming an accountant is a very hard job to achieve. It takes a lot of dedication and schooling to make it happen. In order to become an accountant, you have to obtain certification in the State you are trying to work in. Each state has its own requirements that are made up by a state board of accountancy. Therefore, trying to get licensed in Virginia may be different in another state. There are four main levels of accounting, which are public, management, and government accounting. Internal auditing is the fourth. They all do the same job, but you may be limited on what you can do as an accountant. This is very important to know if you are...
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...re-orient itself to meet the changing requirements of the communities it serves. As a result, Chartered Accountants (CAs) are in greater demand than ever. CAs are engaged in all areas of professional accounting and enjoy rough equal public accountancy rights throughout Canada, helping individuals and businesses sort through the maze and plan strategies for a successful future. The financial information that professional accountants provide is the lifeblood of business and society. Because its impact is far reaching, the accounting profession opens huge career possibilities. The in-depth business skills you develop as a CA prepare you for most positions in management and provide access to the top jobs in business. The purpose of this report is to help me find a career as a CA in Canada with all vital information about the current status of CA career, its potential in coming years, where to pursue study in CA, where to search for jobs as a CA, experience to be successful in this career through different sources such as books, website, forum, blog, journal and newsletter. THE STRUCTURE OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING IN CANADA Canada, like many other countries, has more than one national professional accounting organization: The Canadian Institute of Charted Accountants (CICA), the Certified General Accountants’ Association of Canada (CGA), and the Society of Management Accountants of Canada (CMA). The CICA could be compared to the AICPA...
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...HELEN UECKERMANN STUDENT NO: 45492832 PYC4807: PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT ASSIGNMENT 05: Assessment in an industrial context Closing date: 11 July 2011 CONTENTS SECTION A 1. Introduction 2. Competencies 3. Core competencies of successful accountants 3.1 Skill-related competencies (SPEEX) 3.2 Personality-related competencies (16PF) 4. The role of situational, personality and interest measures in establishing the core competencies of interviewees 4.1 Situational tests 4.2 Personality tests 4.3 Interest tests 4.3.1 The Self-Directed Search (SDS) 4.3.2 The MB-10 5. Approaching the process to appoint a suitable candidate 5.1 Components of the selection process 5.1.1 CV Screening 5.1.2 Reference checking 5.1.3 Short-listing 5.1.4 Competency based interviewing 5.1.5 Psychological assessment 5.1.6 Second interview 5.1.7 Appointment SECTION B References SECTION A 1. Introduction The aim of this essay is to critically discuss the importance of a job description by highlighting five important competencies that are relevant to the job description of an accountant, the use of various types of measures in the industrial context, and the process followed in selection, placement and development of employees. The modern work environment is competitive and employers need to be strategic in their hiring strategy. According to Bennie and Huang (2010) it is important for organisations...
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...Recruitment, selection and training Recruitment is the process of identifying that the organisation needs to employ someone up to the point at which application forms for the post have arrived at the organisation. Selection then consists of the processes involved in choosing from applicants a suitable candidate to fill a post. Training consists of a range of processes involved in making sure that job holders have the right skills, knowledge and attitudes required to help the organisation to achieve its objectives. Recruiting individuals to fill particular posts within a business can be done either internally by recruitment within the firm, or externally by recruiting people from outside. The advantages of internal recruitment are that: 1. Considerable savings can be made. Individuals with inside knowledge of how a business operates will need shorter periods of training and time for 'fitting in'. 2. The organisation is unlikely to be greatly 'disrupted' by someone who is used to working with others in the organisation. 3. Internal promotion acts as an incentive to all staff to work harder within the organisation. 4. From the firm's point of view, the strengths and weaknesses of an insider will have been assessed. There is always a risk attached to employing an outsider who may only be a success 'on paper'. The disadvantages of recruiting from within are that: 1. You will have to replace the person who has been promoted 2. An insider may be less likely to make the essential...
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...Various Topics Related to Managerial Accounting JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTANT * preparing reports, budgets, commentaries and financial statements * undertaking financial administration and internal audits * liaising with managerial staff and other colleagues * developing and managing financial systems/policies * negotiating and obtaining finance for major projects * controlling income and expenditure. Opportunities to work overseas may be offered by some employers. Typical employers of management accountants * public and private sector organisations * financial institutions * manufacturers * utilities * local authorities * industrial organisations * engineering firms (Alvin, 2010) COST ASSOCIATED IN CABINET MANUFACTURING There are lots of costs that must be taken into great consideration when dealing with the manufacturing of cabinets and among them are the variable, fix, and the mixed costs. From construction to appearance to quality, the assumption that a cabinet box is "just a box" is erroneous. There are some major differences among manufacturers. The number of manufacturers is many. In a nutshell, it's a big world out there. But do not let this deter you. If you get the basic facts about cabinets, you will have a better understanding than most. The main elements that affect cabinetry's price/value/quality relationship depend on: 1) Cabinet Construction 2) Door Styles 3) Wood Species 4) Finishes A brief understanding of...
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...JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMITTEE FOR ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACCOUNTANT JOB DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBLE AND ACCOUNTABLE TO: Finance Director GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Manage and support the daily accounting, financial and budgetary operations and purchasing/property management operations for the Community Services Division of Programs and the Division of Youth Services (DYS) for the City of Birmingham within the Accounting Department in an organized, cost-effective, and professional manner. SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION: PROCUREMENT DUTIES 1. Exercise due care in performing job functions to ensure that all procurement transactions are properly authorized and processed. 2. Review purchase requisitions for completeness. 3. Ensure that all purchases meet JCCEO procurement standards. 4. Prepare Purchase Orders for approved purchases. 5. Account for purchase orders. 6. Keep records on the status of open, closed, processed, and paid Purchase Orders. 7. Prepare and maintain monthly reports on the status of open Purchase Orders. 8. File Purchase Orders, documents, and reports. 9. Maintain contact with vendors and suppliers, where appropriate. 10. Investigate and solicit bids. INVENTORY MANAGEMENT DUTIES 11. Maintain accurate property records on non-expendable property owned and used by...
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...my work and my firm the best that I have and develop my, qualitative and personal skills to the fullest. I’m enthusiastic about exploring the prospect of contributing to your firm and would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you concerning present and / or future position. _________________________________________________________________________ Personal Data: - Date of birth: March., 5, 1987 Nationality: Egyptian Social status: Single Military status: Exempted Current job: Accountant. Education: Bachelor degree with major Accounting from the faculty of commerce with accumulated grade over the four years of study high good 2003 – 2007 from Ain Shams University. Studying Master Of Business Administration from Arab academy for banking and financial sciences –financial management from 2013 to present –Section English 1 2009 – Present Accountant at professional- line in the field of ironic & interior designs Job description: • Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports. • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions. • Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures....
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...How To Conduct a Job Analysis 1. Review the company’s documents. 2. Research other job description resources. 3. Interview the staff currently involved with the position. 4. Have employees write job duties. 5. Review materials and reduce to minimum requirements. 6. Have employees evaluate the list. 7. Revise and submit for final approval. Step One: Review the Company’s Documents The first step of a job analysis is to review all of the company’s documentation on the job you want to write a new job description for. This includes the prior job description (if available), newspaper advertisements related to the job in question, recruiting brochures, and evaluation forms. These documents will give you a base to work from in generating a new job description. Step Two: Research Other Job Description Resources The next step is to review other companies’ descriptions of similar jobs. You may even want to check out a book containing job descriptions in order to locate standard duties for specific positions like secretary, executive assistant, accountant, clerk, etc. Use these resources to get a few ideas on how to word your job description, and how to generate a list of minimum qualifications. Step Three: Interview the Staff Currently Involved With the Position After you have a list of duties that are normally associated with the job in question, the next step is to interview the employee, or employees, who is or are currently occupying the position. Ask...
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...Recruiting and retaining the right people Who are Barclays? It all began way back in 1690, when John Freame and Thomas Gould start trading as goldsmith bankers in Lombard Street, in the City of London. In 1735, Freame’s son, Joseph, invited his brother-in-law, James Barclay, to join them as a partner, and the name has remained a constant presence in the business ever since. Family banks like this one, though, found it hard to compete with the larger joint stock banks by the end of the 19th century. So in 1896, 20 small private family banks joined together in a move that created a bank with 182 branches, 806 staff and deposits of £26m. Further amalgamations and take-overs followed and by 1920 Barclays Bank Limited was ranked third among Britain’s ‘big five’ banks. UK and international growth flourished. By the late 1920s the first book-keeping machines had been introduced to branches, and from 1945 to 1948, the bank began to offer refresher courses to staff returning from war service. We appointed the UK’s first female branch manager, Ms H M Harding, at the Hanover Street branch in London in 1958, and established another UK first – a computer centre for banking. From here, the firsts continued. The UK’s first credit card, Barclaycard, was launched in 1966, followed the next year by the world’s first ATM in Enfield. Our Business Advisory Service began in 1973, and by 1981 we were the first foreign bank to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington DC...
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...Functional Area Plan: Accounting and Finance Member of Team D: Havacup Part 1: Accounting and Finance Manager Composition The Accounting and Finance Functional Area’s goal is to provide Havacup’s Executive Leadership and supporting Functional Area’s with timely and accurate financial information, strategic advice, and advocating the high level of integrity and ethics that is at the core of Havacup’s values. Having accurate and up-to-date financial information is critical to making smart decisions. Accounting and Finance will focus on Havacup’s revenues, expenses and budgets. A comprehensive plan will be created, supporting Havacup’s business model and ensuring finances are available for future expansion. Accurate records for accounts payable, receivable, collections, inventory, fixed assess and payroll will be maintained. Timely reports distributed will provide Executive Leadership and supporting Functional Areas financial data used to validate the company’s financial position and to identify areas where changes must occur in order to run the business more efficiently and cost effectively. Accounting and Finance Partnering The Accounting and Finance Functional Area will partner with Operations and Production to create a reasonable production budget aligned with projected sales, production and staffing numbers. More inventory will be purchased and on-hand; accounts payable will increase and will need to be paid timely. Inventory management will be critical...
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...Kathy is considering a better method for appraising the team’s performance. This proposal will include the job descriptions and qualifications for five new positions, a new training program that enhances the skills and qualifications of new and current employees, methods for evaluating employee and team performance (including a progressive discipline process), challenges of the team performance, incentives and benefit packages, strategies for managing employees’ career development, and a fair and appropriate compensation plan. Job Descriptions and Qualifications Kudler Fine Foods will be restructuring the accounting department. The accounting clerk positions will be eliminated altogether. The accounting department will be divided into five new positions including a first level management position. The accounting department will consist of an accounting manager, two accounts payable specialist, an accounts receivables/cash applications specialist, and a staff accountant. The job description and qualifications of each position is as follows: Accounting Manager Job Description: Responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting. Responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. Supervises the accounts receivable specialist, accounts payable specialists, and the staff accountant and is in charge of managing the team to ensure that work is appropriately allocated and completed in a...
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...REPORTS TO | ERIK | M | PIZZA MAKER | 33 | N/A | ONGOING | 15 | $55,000.00 | FULVIO | FULVIO | M | CHEF | 40 | N/A | ONGOING | 10 | $75,000.00 | LUDOVICO | ALESSANDRA | F | WAITRESS | 25 | N/A | ONGOING | 2 | $45,000.00 | LUDOVICO | LUDOVICO | M | OWNER/MANAGER | 34 | N/A | ONGOING | 5 | $55,000.00 | N/A | EMPLOYEE | QUAIFICATION(S) | TRAINING PACKAGE REF | SKILLS / COMPETENCY | COMPETENCY LEVEL | ERIK | DIPLOMA | N/A | 2 | 1 | FULVIO | CHEF KITCHEN | N/A | 2 | 1 | ALESSANDRA | DIPLOMA HIGH SCHOOL | N/A | 2 | 1 | LUDOVICO | BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BACHELOR’S DEGREE | N/A | 2 | N/A | 4. JOB DESCRIPTION Description: We need at this stage a Accountant person in our team, who can assist the wedges process and all the account system Job Purpose: Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports. Job Duties: * Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information. * Documents financial transactions by entering account information. * Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options. * Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports. * Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents. * Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures. * Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating...
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...Imelda Marquez English Language Area De La Salle Lipa In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for COMSKI2 Term 2, School Year 2012-2013 by Pasia, Trishia A. Sumilong, Melissa Mei D. Abstract Many students take up Bachelor of Science in Accountancy in De La Salle Lipa. In this research paper, the being in demand of the course and the effect of having job opportunities after graduating in college in the career choice of the students, the difficult situations they face, how they deal with them and their expectations of their career were being studied. This was done with the use of qualitative method. The researchers interviewed twenty-two (22) Accountancy students about their perceptions on their course. They summarized and concluded their answers to obtain the needed results and they found out that career opportunities really matter in choosing a course because the Accountancy students considered their future in doing this. Though they faced challenges in taking their course, they did their utmost to overcome these and obtain their wanted profession. In addition, they expected to have a good job in the future through this career. This paper further concluded that the students were motivated to study harder and to perform better despite of the difficult situations because of the nice future that was waiting for them and because of their high expectations of their course. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy as an in Demand Course in De La Salle Lipa Bachelor...
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