Scholarships for Professionals
Internal Audit Scholarship Program (IIA)
The IIA is offering need-based scholarships to those who have lost a job and to those seeking to further career opportunities by obtaining the Certified Internal Audit designation.
To apply: https://www.auditboard.com/elevate/internal-audit-training-scholarship/
Conway Behavioral Health (Conway) • Controller (Corporate Accounting)
Responsible for the direction of the facility’s financial services including general accounting, payroll, budgeting and all other aspects of the facility’s accounting department. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA and/or master’s level degree preferred; 5 years’ of job related experience preferably in a health care setting; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with administrative and clinical personnel, as well as other staff; good organizational, problem solving, and time management skills; must be able to work well under pressure; must be able to function independently; professionalism and confidentiality are required.
Department of Health & Human Services (Little Rock) • Audit Intern (Govt Auditing)
This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Audit Services located in Little Rock. Duties include, but are not limited to: Learning and applying knowledge of the concepts and principles of accounting and, as required, auditing or examinations sufficient to do entry-level work designed to meet developmental objectives; Serving as a trainee and perform various developmental audit related duties and responsibilities as assigned; Participating in an audit team approach, in assisting auditors, in the conduct of work, involving systematic examination and appraisal of financial records and practices, affecting or reflecting the financial condition and operating results, of an activity within the Medicaid and Medicare programs; and Conducting activities related to the detection of fraud, waste, and abuse. Schedule – Flexible; this position is approved for telework during the pandemic. Post pandemic will include a mix of telework and being in the Little Rock office.
Interested applicants should email resume to Laura.Cummings@oig.hhs.gov.
Apply by October 29
Little Rock Air Force Base • Audit Intern (Govt Auditing)
Visit https://uca.edu/career/bears4hire/ to set up or update your profile and then apply for this opportunity.
EGP is looking for interns and entry-level full-time hires after graduation. If you are interested in joining the EGP, PLLC team, contact Holly Fish (hfish@egpcpas.com) for more information on internships currently available.
Also currently hiring a senior auditor, senior tax accountant, and tax manager.
Apply now at https://www.egpcpas.com/careers/
The Student Leadership Conference is a full day of industry experts and exhibits that are specific to accounting and finance students. Click here to view a video of last year’s Virtual Student Leadership Conference. This event is free to student and academic members. Non-member Student price: $25 (includes one year of IMA Student Membership). Non-member Academic price: $120 ( includes one year of IMA Academic Membership). If you are interested in attending this event, you can register here.
Internships and Jobs after graduation. For a list of firms currently attending, see flyer.
Hosted by the Institute of Management Accountants. Are you considering a career in accounting and/or finance? Please join us to hear from successful professionals representing a variety of industries. Learn about their career paths, the CMA® certification, insights, and tips for new graduates and young professionals. Come prepared with questions for our panelists. To view our guest panelists or download the flyer, please click here. If you are interested in attending, you can register here.
Workshop Week (Career Services)
All meetings on Zoom
Register to attend as many of these events as you would like at http://uca.joinhandshake.com
| Topic | Monday, Oct 11 | Tuesday, Oct 12 | Wednesday, Oct 14 |
| Professional Dress | 8:00–8:50 am | ||
| Resume Workshop | 10:00–10:50 am | 9:25–10:15 am | |
| How to Work a Career Fair | 11:00–11:50 am | 1:40–2:30 pm | |
| 1:00–1:50 pm | |||
| How to Use Career Services | 8:00–8:50 am | 12:15–1:05 pm | |
| Power Skills | 12:15–1:05 pm | 8:00–8:50 am | |
| Behavioral Interviewing | 1:40–2:30 pm | ||
| How to Network | 9:25–10:15 am |
VITA and Taxes (Accounting Club)
Tuesday, Oct 12 • 1:40p–2:30p • COB 206
Find out how VITA, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, helps our community and how you can get involved as a certified preparer, an intake assistant, or a greeter. There is even an opportunity for three-hours credit for volunteer preparers.
Established in 1969, the College of Business is deeply rooted at the University of Central Arkansas. With more than 1,500 undergraduate students and 100+ graduate students, the business program is thriving.
College of Business
201 Donaghey Ave, COB 102
Conway, AR 72035
501-450-3106
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