In 2003, we asked one simple question. Can a technology consulting firm be successful by focusing first on growing the individual to their fullest potential? We believed that through an unwavering commitment to developing people we could create a different kind of company. We created Pariveda. It is through this belief in helping the individual, counter to industry norms, we have grown revenue each and every year since 2003. We are passionate about creating interesting solutions to the unknown/unmet needs of our clients and to grow, both our people and our clients, through those experiences.

We believe in the efficiency of small teams working together to solve complex problems leveraging strategy and technology. We believe in growing deep relationships with our people, our clients and others in our networks. Trusted relationships are integral to everything we do - from relationships with the people with whom we work, the people we partner with at our clients, or the people we interact with in our communities. We believe trusted relationships are built through challenging and exhilarating experiences that make a difference to clients and communities. You will discover people here are passionate about their work. You will discover our openness in developing you and growing as our expectations are openly communicated to you and provide opportunities for you to evidence your readiness to move to the next level. And together we seek to be difference-makers in our industry and the communities where we live by always learning, coaching more, and giving back.

We serve clients ranging from Fortune 100 to Global 2000 to startup companies that span multiple industries. We provide company ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from your very first day of work with us. Our people live and work in local communities within the thriving cities of Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, and Washington DC.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:

Pariveda is looking for a New York Managing Vice President to build, grow and manage the New York consulting practice. In this role, you will establish and deepen positive C-suite client relationships, develop new business, grow strategic accounts, manage New York accounts, hire and develop consulting talent, lead consulting teams in service delivery, provide superior service to clients, and contribute to the attainment of Pariveda's mission and overall objectives.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate possesses the following critical qualifications and characteristics:

• Significant IT consulting/professional services practice leadership and P&L management experience – minimum of 10+ years leading IT strategy, custom development, project management and technology services solutions sales and delivery
• Strong track record of consultative sales and new client development via compelling value propositions, professional deal development. Conceives creative solutions that deliver significant tangible value for clients
• C-suite client relationship building skills – quickly establishes rapport, credibility, trust and respect…consistently viewed as a proactive "trusted advisor" who understands client concerns, and solves business problems with successful solutions
• Strong network of client and professional relationships in the New York regional market
• An influential thought leader who understands and effectively discusses business issues, clearly articulates relevant concepts and ideas, and gains buy-in
• Leader-Mentor-Coach – excellent interpersonal skills; leads by example; genuinely committed to developing employees' knowledge, skills and capabilities, promoting performance, learning and professional achievement; building/growing teams and effectively establishing/executing succession plans
• Excellent problem-solving and issue resolution skills – fair, impartial, methodical approach; proven ability to proactively anticipate and quickly assess problems, gather all pertinent facts, seek counsel where necessary, reach proper conclusions, and organize and deploy necessary resources to deliver sound solutions
• Delivers on commitments – Properly sets, meets and exceeds expectations; timely, consistent follow-through
• Inspiring – leads by example, motivates people to work harder/smarter, rallies team around a vision and gets everyone moving in the same direction, a good coach who is also coachable
• Entrepreneurial spirit – enjoys variety, creating structure, and the adventure of building a successful business
• Flexible, adaptable, rolls up sleeves and contributes where needed
• Results oriented, self-reliant, self-starter – proactive, resourceful, takes initiative
• Highly professional with strong work ethic -- accountable, 'owns' responsibilities; does what it takes and gets the job done
• Good moral character, high integrity and credibility
• Committed, service-oriented, driven to exceed client expectations and business objectives
• Decisive - Makes good decisions and runs with them

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Managing VP of New York is a senior member of the Pariveda management team reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. You will play an integral role in building our office. The successful candidate will drive sales and delivery while mentoring and growing a strong team of leaders.

• Identify and develop broad, horizontal advisory services business opportunities in accordance with Pariveda's core solutions offerings; generate new client accounts and grow accounts over time, ideally mid-market and larger companies across multiple industry segments in the New York area; nurture and expand existing strategic accounts; generate revenue per mutually established targets; and build the New York practice over time
• Employee development – support Pariveda in recruiting hiring, mentoring, coaching, coordinating, reviewing, developing and retaining great employees who fit the Firm's culture and share its vision. Prepare and execute succession plans. Initiate and participate in quarterly/semi-annual skills assessments, ongoing project reviews, and annual performance evaluations, along with other management responsibilities at the Partner/VP level
• Manage budgets and New York office P&L effectively manage sales pipeline to consulting talent pool and project profitability, ensuring good stewardship of company time, finances and allocation of resources
• Establish credibility, gain trust and build client relationships advising C-level clients and delivering services solutions
• Successfully lead and manage all New York sales efforts and service delivery including client meetings, proposal efforts, scoping, estimating, project management, quality assurance and delivery of work…adding value for clients and promoting achievement of service excellence

PARIVEDA BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Exceptional 401k – 4% company match
• Unlimited PTO, 10 holidays
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years of service for Principal levels and above
• Paid parental leave
• Company Ownership through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from your very first day at Pariveda
• Excellent Healthcare and Wellness
• 100% company paid premiums for you and your family (medical, dental, vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability

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Centri Business Consulting specializes in financial reporting, internal controls, valuation services, technical accounting research and strategic transaction and accounting advisory services for companies of various sizes and industries. They are dedicated to providing the highest quality finance and accounting consulting services to its clients by being reliable and responsive to their needs. Centri provides companies with the expertise they need to meet their strategic accounting and reporting demands. Their approach is to select team members with the appropriate experience to ensure that their fit within an organization is seamless.

The Financial Reporting Director position has primary responsibility of oversight over the Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting engagement work plans. As a leader of the firm, the Financial Reporting Director will demonstrate excellent project management skills, client service, and positive coaching to the team members in developing technical and professional competency.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical

• Delegate the preparation of the financial statements and technical accounting position papers to the engagement team members for both public and private companies, as well as other required support materials.
• Independently research and oversee the research by team members of complex accounting topics, to evaluate potential solutions and provide guidance to the team on next steps.
• Review accounting memos, financial statements, and other client deliverables prepared by engagement team members, ensuring general accounting standards are applied appropriately. Provide detailed review comments to preparer(s).
• Independently provide conclusions and recommendations on application of complex accounting guidance to clients and external parties, as requested by the client.
• Independently facilitate calls with the SEC, client auditors, client legal counsel, etc. as deemed necessary to accomplish project goals.
• In depth understanding of engagement requirements and client's business. Responsible for knowledge sharing of client's business to engagement team.
• Manage client product workload to drive a minimum of $1,500,000 in revenue to the Firm.
• Initiate a book of business of a minimum of $250,000.
• Assist in other duties and projects as assigned.

Non-Technical

• Assist engagement partners in developing budget plans, communicate those budgets to the engagement team and monitor team progress.
• Take ownership of the engagement while managing upward and downward expectations to ensure deadlines are met and project stays on budget.
• Lead multiple engagement teams simultaneously to further the Firm's goals and objectives.
• Timely completion of project schedules ensuring the appropriate amount of resources are dedicated to individual projects. Continuous monitoring of resource allocation to avoid over-scheduling individual team members.
• Ensure timely completion of periodic invoices of projects. Manage engagement profit margin through client invoice process ensuring expectations are aligned between client and internal team.
• Accepts responsibility for billable hours and remains productive in times of reduced client workload. Acts as a business owner to maximize productivity, while being critical of hours charged.
• Manage client expectations of deadlines including being proactive and responsive to their needs in a timely manner.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Thrives in an environment of changing priorities.
• Ability to work towards enhancing technical and project management skills through on the job feedback and performance evaluations.
• Interpersonal skills to interact in a team environment and foster client relationships.
• Above average written and verbal communication skills.
• Be a thought leader both internally and externally facing for the organization by presenting on complex accounting topics during internal trainings and external panels.
• Have an understanding of the services offered by the Firm, look for opportunities to represent the Firm, grow the client base and increase brand recognition.
• Recognizes opportunities for learning by pursuing challenging assignments and a hunger to become and expert.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Active CPA
• 12+ years of relative accounting experience; public accounting or professional services experience highly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift items up to 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel up to 25%.

This position is an exempt position as it relates to the fair labor standards Act. Centri provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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