Opportunities for Alumni

Hogan Taylor (Little Rock) • Public Accounting

Hogan Taylor has the following immediate needs in their Little Rock office.

• Tax Staff to start January of 2022.  Must have met the 150 hour requirement for CPA licensure.
• Tax Intern to start January 2022.  Must have 3.0 and completed Intermediate I by the start of the internship.  Can be part-time or full-time.  Ideally would be able to work 25-30 hours.
• Audit intern to start January 2022.  Same qualifications as tax intern.

To apply, send your resume to DKellerman@hogantaylor.com

CPA Evolution–What Aspiring CPAs Need to Know (AICPA)

Tue, Nov 9 • 12:00-1:00p • Virtual

It’s never been a more exciting time to pursue a CPA license. The role of today’s CPA has evolved, and newly licensed CPAs are taking on new responsibilities traditionally assigned to more experienced staff. Becoming a CPA means you’ll need deeper skill sets, more competencies, and greater knowledge of emerging technologies. That’s why the CPA licensure model is changing. A restructured version of the CPA Exam, aligned with the CPA Evolution initiative, will launch in 2024. This exclusive AICPA Student Member webcast is meant for anyone who plans to test during that time, even if you start the Exam process before the updated Exam launches. For more information, visit  https://thiswaytocpa.com/webinars/

The Arkansas Division of Higher Education (ADHE) has a job opening we are trying to fill on our technical team. Full details can be found at https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/.  I am building a really strong technical team of ten, which is the largest team we’ve ever had here at ADHE. Any questions can be sent to me at Sonia.hazelwood@adhe.edu.

SENIOR TECHNOLOGY ANALYST

Location:  Little Rock, AR, US, 72201  (This is NOT a remote/work from home job)

Category:  DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION (ADHE) located in downtown Little Rock

Starting Salary Range:  $57,755 – $66,418

Position Number: 22104437
Posting End Date: 11/07/2021

This position is primarily a software developer working with a senior-level experienced software developer to build SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages for the Arkansas Higher Education Information System (AHEIS). AHEIS is a mature data system holding over 27 years of data submitted to ADHE by all Arkansas colleges and universities. A desire to learn and willingness to improve one’s skillset is necessary. Maintaining good communication with team members and stakeholders is critical. Other skills include:

• MSSQL T-SQL, stored procedures, indexes, joins, functions, data types
• Knowledge of C# or similar language
• Familiarity with Visual Studio and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
• SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) experience would be fantastic
• A desire to work as a team and follow management’s lead

Landmark (Little Rock & more) • Accounting Staff (public accounting)

Landmark, with office in Little Rock, Fort Smith, Rogers, and Russellville, is looking for entry-level new hires for full-time positions after graduation. If you are interested in a career in public accounting, send your resume to Mike Pierce at mpierce@landmarkcpas.com

From Carey Stallings, Fleet Manager for Entergy:

 My team of ~100 employees manage a fleet of 6500 + assets over Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas.  We are a large mission critical group and need an Analyst to help support our initiatives.  The analyst will be located in Little Rock.  This position will support the newly installed ERP system (Maximo), run critical queries using SQL / PowerBI as well as support special projects and analysis.

The analyst plays a critical role in our group and the right person can and will be promoted.  I’m looking for a recent graduate or someone that will graduate in December.  Analytical skill sets are required and they either need to know SQL or have the aptitude to pick it up.  Financial acumen is a valuable skill set as well.  The link to the open position is located below.

This posting will close on 11/3/2021 at midnight, but could close earlier if a significant number of candidates apply.

https://jobs.entergy.com/job/Little-Rock-Analyst-I-II-Arka/806412900/

UCP of Arkansas is looking for a Marketing and Communications Manager who has a bachelors degree in marketing, public relations, or minimum 3 years of experience in marketing, preferably at a non profit or advertising agency. The person will be responsible for the UCP marketing and communication. Basic knowledge of graphic design is required. Beginning pay is $37,000-$40,000.

Learn more or apply: https://ucpark.ninjagig.com/jobs/marketing-and-communications-manager

1. First Orion will be at our STEM Fair next week.
2.  First Orion’s Apprentice Program
3. First Orion is looking for recent graduates to join our technical community in the role of Product Analyst! If you are an innovative, logical thought leader who enjoys a fast-paced, high performance team environment and have the drive and initiative to succeed, we encourage you to apply today.

What you’ll be doing:

• Participate in an introductory apprenticeship training program that will provide you with the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing technology company while learning the foundation of Product/Business Analytic practices
• Participate and contribute to all facets of the product life cycle either independently or as part of a team
• Assist Product Management, Software Engineers and Architects execute on strategies to deliver value and innovation to our customers
• Contribute as a sounding board to a Product Manager or the Business Lead
• Enhance and/or develop First Orion empire products and services
• Provide data analysis, reporting, and technology implementations using industry leading principles, methodologies, and programs
• Serve as an extension to the Product Management Team and use the tools of record and methodology set forth by the Product Management Community Leader throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
• Research and develop an understanding of First Orion’s products, tools, and processes
• Participate in both self-driven, online education and projects using resources from respected external organizations and industry/company specific training with our in-house experts.
• Partner with an onsite mentor and a team of software engineering mentors plus, have an education program director to provide guidance along the way.
• Be a full-time hire, eligible for benefits, and enjoy all of the perks and programs available to our full-time team members.
• After the introductory apprentice training program is completed, you will continue working in the Product Analyst position on full-time basis as an at-will employee. The introductory apprentice training program is not a separate position.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative or business field (Marketing, Business, Math, Computer Science) or related degree programs (e.g. Instructional design) and/or 3-5 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with requirements definition and data/data products
• Experience applying extensive analytic, business, and product defining skills to enhance or develop products and services
• Working knowledge of software development and structured data
• Ability to communicate findings
• Project management skills
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite

Bonus Points:

• Prior Internships completed
• Knowledgeable in the Agile Methodology and Scrum
• Knowledgeable with Atlassian Software Development Suite (Confluence/Jira/Bit Bucket)
• Knowledgeable in building business models and forecasting
• Telecom experience

Company Benefits:

• Our work environment is energetic, focused, fun, and collaborative. We’ve created a special culture where trust and transparency are the key and employees are empowered to make their own decisions. Our people are passionate about what we do and have an indomitable spirit to get things done. Everyone is a part of the big picture here.
• First Orion has been voted a Great Place to Work with top rankings in every category! Learn more about what our employees have to say on our First Orion Glassdoor page!
• At this time, we are not able to sponsor visas, such as H-1B, for this particular position, Product Analyst Apprentice. First Orion is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. First Orion’s immigration sponsorship policy is applied in a nondiscriminatory fashion regardless of race, gender, ethnic origin, or any other classification protected by law. First Orion is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.