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Meet the Firms: September 15, 2021

Must sign up by Wednesday, Sep 8 • 4p • COB 204

Meet the Firms • Wed, Sep 15

Meet the Firms is the best night of the year for accounting majors. Around 20 firms are here just to meet UCA accounting majors and tell you about internships and jobs. It is a great opportunity to compare different types and sizes of employers. Don’t miss this opportunity. It is only held once per year in September. Attend your junior, senior, and even grad school year to develop a professional network and discover the kinds of places you may want a job in the future.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

Any accounting major who is currently in or has finished a 3000-level accounting course.

Professional dress is required.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER is 4pm on Wed, Sep 8.

Must submit a one-page resume and $10 (cash only) to COB 204.

All profits above the event costs will be donated to Ronald McDonald House.

Beta Alpha Psi members (already initiated) may attend at no cost, but must still submit a resume.

Students who do not submit a resume by the deadline will not be permitted to attend.

More details about the event will be emailed to students who sign up. If you have questions, stop by COB 204.

Posted in: PAST on August 24, 2021 Tagged: , , ,

MAcc Scholarship • Apply By August 24

The Accounting Department is pleased to offer scholarships to students pursuing a Master of Accountancy degree. Every eligible student who meets the criteria and applies by the deadline will receive the MAcc Partners Scholarship. This is a $1500 scholarship ($750 per semester). In addition, one student will receive the Stephens Bell Scholarship, which is up to $4500, to be paid over three or more semesters. (The student who receives the Stephens Bell Scholarship cannot receive another MAcc scholarship.)

Note: Scholarships are distributed half in the fall semester and half in the spring semester. If you received the first half of a scholarship in spring 2021, you will automatically receive the second half of the scholarship this semester as long as you still qualify. There is no need to reapply.

To apply, please go to uca.edu/accounting/scholarships to find the application. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, August 24. Applications can either be dropped off at the Accounting Department or emailed to Anthony McMullen at AMcMullen@uca.edu.

Posted in: PAST on August 19, 2021 Tagged: , , , ,

Insurance Agency (Industry Accounting) – Internship and Beyond

Insurance Agency (industry accounting) | Summer 2021 and beyond Internship (Little Rock)

An insurance agency is looking for a sharp accounting major (preferably with some accounting experience) to bring their accounting records together into one system. Your job would including training on their software (provided by the software vendor), developing processes to collect and input data (e.g., from payroll company and source documents), and training the agency’s employees to follow your processes after your internship is over. Possibility of full-time job offer after graduation.

To apply: Send your resume to Dr. Watson (swatson@uca.edu) with the subject “Insurance Agency”

Posted in: PAST on August 16, 2021 Tagged: , , , ,

Haley Gardner CPA

Haley Gardner CPA (public accounting) | Fall-to-spring Part-time job (Conway)

Are you serious about a career in public accounting? This part-time job will start his fall to get you acquainted with software, processes, etc. so that you are ready for the busy season in the spring.

To Apply: send resumes to haley@hmgardnercpa.com.

Posted in: PAST on August 16, 2021 Tagged: , , , , , ,

Tom J. Smith Memorial Scholarship Established for UCA College of Business Students

The family of Tom J. Smith has established a memorial scholarship in his honor at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA), his alma mater, to support students pursuing undergraduate degrees in the College of Business. The inaugural award will be given to support a student for the fall 2021 semester.

Tom J. Smith earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from UCA in 1971 through hard work and diligence, working multiple jobs to fund his education, and was the first in his family to earn a college degree. Higher education made a significant difference in his life, opening doors to many opportunities and eventually propelling him to the position of Administrator of Accounting for the State of Arkansas through the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA). [Read more…]

Posted in: Accounting, COB News, _Scholarships on August 6, 2021 Tagged: , , ,

Baptist Health (Little Rock) • Project Manager (Payor Relations-Contracting)

This job is open to accounting majors and a variety of other majors. Payor Relations and Contracting is responsible for negotiating contracts, modeling contracts, comparing reimbursement to the contracted rates, and managing the relationship between Baptist Health and the insurance payor. Baptist Health bills around 750,000 patient encounters a year; with some requiring contractual or legal escalation to resolve. This position’s primary responsibility is to manage the escalation process. Partner with the Revenue Cycle team to design, implement, and maintain an escalation process to identify claims or payment processes needing additional support. Coordinate and improve contract operations process between Baptist teams and payors. Responsible for ensuring all parties are on track with schedules and project deadlines. Maintain documentation and identify/resolve issues as they arise.

Apply here: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/CS/bhark/#/job/24001

Posted in: PAST on July 28, 2021 Tagged: , , , , , , ,

Arvest Bank (Little Rock) • Reconciliation Accountant

The Reconciliation Accountant 1 is responsible for preparation of account reconciliations, implementation of the reconciliation process for general ledger and/or house accounts and preparation of necessary accounting entries to clear reconciling items within approved guidelines. Assists in gathering information for requests and inquiries of management, auditors, and or examiners.

Apply here: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=3830569&Ad=70960

Posted in: PAST on July 28, 2021 Tagged: , , , , ,

Heifer International (Little Rock) • Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist plays a vital role in strengthening Heifer International’s relationships and reputation in the community by ensuring that appropriate, accurate use of Heifer International’s resources to fulfill monetary obligations to vendors, employees, and other Heifer associates. This person will primarily support the Accounting department with all payroll practices and functions, while cross-training in a manner that supports the functions of Accounts Payable and other accounting functions as needed.

Apply here: https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/5060247

Posted in: PAST on July 28, 2021 Tagged: , , , , ,

Conway CPA Firm • Full-time Job

Established CPA firm in Conway is seeking a team member.  Candidate needs a minimum of 3 years’ accounting experience but there is no such thing as too much experience.  Our firm is predominately income tax as well as small business accounting & payroll. We have not listed a pay range because we want to know what is important to you.  Money?  Flexible Schedule?  Upward Mobility?   Our priority is not only to find the right person but to retain that person’s talent.  What you want is important to us.

Qualifications: [Read more…]

Posted in: PAST on June 25, 2021 Tagged: , , , , ,

Rogers Group Inc. • Summer 2022 Internship

Sophomore and Junior Accounting majors interested in private/industry accounting are encourage to apply for this internship. The experience would be wide reaching as Rogers accounts for their aggregate line of business based on fixed/variable cost and their construction line of business focusing on WIP and Revenue Recognition for construction jobs.

To apply: Send your resume for this Summer 2022 internship.

For questions about this internship, contact the UCA Accounting Department.

Posted in: PAST on June 25, 2021 Tagged: , , , , ,