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Senior Accountant - Derivative & Hedge Accounting - Dynamic Growth Opportunity
Very attractive career opportunity for an accounting professional with expertise or interest in mark to market accounting and the commodity trading industry. Join a company that is constantly on the hunt for new opportunities to grow, expand and improve this business in this fast paced, challenging impact role.
Work directly for one of Omaha’s derivative accounting legends….an experienced individual who has forgotten more about hedge accounting than most of us will ever know. This is a fantastic opportunity to be mentored while also empowered in a role that is custom-built for someone who has a burning desire for career growth both professionally and intellectually.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an accountant who is interested in this dynamic industry, who also wants the opportunity to have your career growth on pace with your value in the marketplace. This company will allow you as much or more learning than a big four public accounting firm, with better work-life balance, much better compensation and a clear path to grow in accounting, finance or into the business.
For immediate consideration, contact Jeff Kovar, Director & Associate Partner, at 402-334-4800 *216 or send your resume to jkovar@hemphillsearch.com for a confidential discussion. Job Number 9048JK.
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Jeff Kovar
402-334-4800 ext 216
Jeff has more than 15 years of experience within accounting and financial recruiting. A key factor in Jeff's success is his passion to build long-standing relationships while focused on an in-depth understanding of the strengths, interests, and career goals of each individual he works with. Jeff takes pride in his role, and knows that helping an individual step up to a position where they are focused on their strengths, while having the opportunity to grow professionally, are key factors in identifying the "right match." "It is incredibly rewarding to know that we have helped make a real difference in the life of an individual when we place them into a company where they are well positioned for success, happiness, and career growth."
Jeff understands that the biggest factor contributing to the success of a leader is their ability to identify, hire, develop, and retain high quality employees. Jeff is tenacious in his recruitment and careful while selecting individuals who will be successful and happy in their new position long-term. It is all about the "right match" so, Jeff pushes himself to make sure that the companies and the individuals we assist have found the right solution!
Jeff graduated from Millard South High School where he played basketball and was active in student council. Jeff had fun while investing six years coaching youth basketball in the Omaha Parochial Athletic League and the Millard Junior High feeder league. Jeff studied Pre-Law at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and then transferred to Creighton where he switched his major to Organizational Communication. Prior to joining Hemphill Search Group, Jeff worked in corporate foreign currency exchange, with Travelex and Custom House, who are both now owned by Western Union Business Solutions.
Jeff and his wife Jenny grew up in Omaha and met while in High School. They are very active and enjoy playing golf, traveling, and cheering the Cornhusker Football and Basketball teams, and they are also enthusiastic Creighton Basketball fans. Jeff and Jenny have a young and growing family, with son Connor, and daughters Kate and Grace.