2016 Recruiting Directory...Simplifying Recruiting When you’re trying to pass the interview and...

WV Society of CPAs Annual Recruiting Fair

Friday, October 14, 2016 at the Charleston Civic Center

2016

Recruiting

Directory

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August 2016

The Recruiting and Career Opportunities Committee of the West Virginia Society

of Certified Public Accountants has compiled general information on various

businesses in West Virginia who are looking to hire entry-level accounting

graduates.

The businesses responding to our questionnaire are listed in alphabetical order. The

profile includes general information about the size of the business, the area served,

the services rendered, staff training, staff size and the expected hiring needs.

Members of the Society hope you will use this booklet as a resource in seeking

career opportunities in West Virginia.

The employers listed will be attending the Recruiting Fair sponsored by the

Committee at the Charleston Civic Center on Friday, October 14, 2016.

Contact the Society office at 304-342-5461 or faculty members on your campus for

more information about the Fair. You may also find additional information on our

website at www.wvscpa.org.

I wish you great success in your future career as an accounting professional in

West Virginia.

Best regards,

The Recruiting and Career Opportunity Committee

Ryan Mink, CPA

Committee Chair

http://www.wvscpa.org/

WVSCPA Recruiting Fair Mixer Sponsored by the WV Society of CPAs and the Charleston Chapter

Location: Charleston Town Center Marriott

201 Lee Street, East

Charleston, WV 25301

Hawk’s Nest Room – First Floor

Date: Thursday, October 13, 2016

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)

Agenda: 6:00 p.m. – Refreshments Served

6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Meet the Employers

Enjoy an informal meet and greet session with the employers. We

are putting the employers on the spot – hear the highlights of why

you should join their firm!

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mentoring Session w/ Young CPAs Group

Meet with Young CPAs and learn about to expect during the

recruiting fair; the do’s and don’ts with interviews; accounting

career options; Q&A session

Refreshments and Hors D’oeuvres will be served!

Dress Attire: Forget the suits! Wear your jeans!

RSVP: By September 30, 2016 to Kim Mick via email at

[email protected] or call the Society office at

304-342-5461.

______________________________________________________________________________ Hotel Reservations:

The WV Society of CPAs has reserved a block of rooms at the Charleston Marriott – Town Center (address

above) for out of town participants. Each room includes 2 Queen Beds for double occupancy. The cost of

your room is covered by the WVSCPA office, space is limited, so book your room today!

Reservations MUST be sent to [email protected] no later than 5:00 p.m. by September 23rd, so reserve your

room today. NO late reservations will be accepted.

mailto:[email protected]


Table of Contents

Arnett Carbis Toothman, LLP ................................................................................... 1

BrickStreet Insurance ................................................................................................. 2

Brown Edwards .......................................................................................................... 3

Dixon Hughes Goodman, LLP .................................................................................. 4

EY (Ernst & Young) ................................................................................................. 5

Gibbons & Kawash .................................................................................................... 6

Gray, Griffith & Mays, a.c. ........................................................................................ 7

David L. Howell, CPA .............................................................................................. 8

Suttle & Stalnaker, PLLC .......................................................................................... 9

Woomer, Nistendirk & Associates, PLLC ............................................................... 10

Simplifying Recruiting When you’re trying to pass the interview and recruiting exam, check the boxes for the Four P’s!

Prepare – for Recruiting events beginning in the Fall semester

o Sign Up with Career Services

o Attend all available recruiting events

o Construct an accurate and up to date Resume

o Participate in extracurricular activities associated with school or your church

Plan – to present yourself to employers in face-to-face interviews

o Study your potential employer, including basic details about the firm or company

o Based on your studies, prepare several pertinent questions for the interviewer

o Do a trial run of your trip to the interview location days before the interview, even if you’re already familiar with the area

o Prepare extra copies of your resume to bring to the interview

o Get plenty of rest the night before your interview

Perform – at your interview for the best chance of success

o Dress to impress – suits are generally preferred and show your professionalism

o Bring a pen and paper and ask the interviewer if you can take notes (and do so)

o Leave your cell phone in the car or at home, don’t tempt yourself to use it

o If you wear a watch, avoid checking the time during the interview

o Be honest, positive, and confident in your conversation with the interviewer

Pursue – a position you want after you’ve had your interview

o Send personalized thank you notes addressed to your interviewer

o Continue to interact with interviewers at future activities and events

o Send follow up letters letting interviewers know what you want from the meeting

o Seek out more opportunities to interview, as sometimes practice makes perfect

900 Lee Street, E. Suite 1201 Charleston, WV 25301 (304) 342-5461 www.wvscpa.org

Company/Firm Location(s) Charleston, Bridgeport, Buckhannon, Lewisburg and Morgantown, West Virginia; Columbus, Ohio; and New Castle, Pittsburgh and Meadville, Pennsylvania;

Geographic Area(s) Served WV, VA, OH, KY, and PA

Number of Years in Business Over 60 years

Number of Partners/Members/Stockholders 33 Partners

Major Areas of Services Provided/ Industries Served

Full service CPA firm with significant practices in health care, banking, consulting, financial services, oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, government contracting and pension plans.

Number of Employees 250+

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required Audit staff has historically experienced an average of <25% for out of town overnight travel assignments.

Staff Training and Continuing Professional Education Policy

As a member of the RSM US (McGladrey) Alliance, we participate in an intensive continuing education program for entry-level staff through partner level.

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 6 - 8 Entry Level Staff

Unique characteristics of business or other comments that may be of interest to prospective

employees

Top 100 Accounting Firms and known as West Virginia’s largest regional CPA and consulting firm with over 60 years of providing audit, tax, accounting and management advisory services.

Will you accept an Intern? Yes

Internship timing (summer, winter, both) Summer and Tax Season Interns

Internship application deadline Mid-October

Contact Person

Amy Simpson, Regional HR Director 101 Washington Street, East Charleston, WV 25301 [email protected]

Phone Number 304-346-0441 or 800-642-3601

Fax Number 304-346-8333

Web Site www.actcpas.com

Can additional information be provided upon request?

Yes. Refer to www.aftcpas.com for more details on the Firm.

We will participate in the Recruiting Fair (Y/N) Yes

http://www.actcpas.com/


http://www.aftcpas.com/

Company/Firm Location(s) Charleston WV; Charlotte, NC; Naperville, IL; Pittsburgh, PA;

Geographic Area(s) Served Regional

Number of Years in Business 10

Number of Partners/Members/ Stockholders Mutual company


Workers’ Compensation mono-line carrier

Number of Employees 500

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required Travel dependent upon position; N/A for internships


Certifications & Professional Designations Award Program and Tuition Reimbursement Program

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year Summer 2017 Internship(s)


employees

BrickStreet Mutual Insurance Company began its historic role as West Virginia’s first private workers’ compensation carrier on Jan. 1, 2006. With an A.M. Best rating of A-(Excellent) with a stable outlook, BrickStreet is one of the largest writers of workers’ compensation coverage in the region.


Internship timing (summer, winter, both) Summer

Internship application deadline October 21, 2016

Contact Person

Shelby Paxton

Human Resources Associate

[email protected]

Phone Number 304-941-1000 – extension 5640

Fax Number 304-941-1198

Web Site www.brickstreet.com

Can you provide additional information material upon request?

Yes – please visit our website for more information regarding career opportunities



http://www.brickstreet.com/

Company/Firm Location(s) Charleston and Bluefield West Virginia;

Blacksburg, Bristol, Lynchburg, Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Virginia

Geographic Area(s) Served West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee and surrounding states


Number of Partners/Members/ Stockholders 38


Auditing, Tax, Construction, Higher Education, Banking, Energy, Governmental, Health Care, Financial Services

Number of Employees 300 firm-wide; 20 in Charleston Office; 25 in Bluefield Office

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required 2-4 Weeks per year in the audit practice depending on the industry


40 hours of paid CPE per year for all associates

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 1-2 Tax Season Interns per office; possible Associate positions available for December grads outside of Charleston.


employees

We are one of the Top 200 Firms in the nation, according to Inside Public Accounting. Brown Edwards offers the resources of a national firm within the geographic footprint of WV, VA and TN. We have various industries for you to choose from with challenging work assignments. We pride ourselves on our reputation for quality and the service we provide our clients. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity and the change to work with amazing people and clients, Brown Edwards is the place!


Internship timing (summer, winter, both) Both

Internship application deadline End of November (Winter); End of May (Summer)

Contact Person

Paige Caldwell

Human Resources Generalist

[email protected]

Phone Number 540-443-3606

Fax Number 540-443-3610

Web Site www.becpas.com


Yes



http://www.becpas.com/

Company/Firm Location(s) Charleston, WV; Morgantown, WV; Roanoke, VA in the Western Mid-Atlantic Market and 32 offices in 12 states

Geographic Area(s) Served DGH does business in all 50 states from offices in AL, FL, GA, MD, NY, NC, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA and WV.

Number of Years in Business 57 (Founded in 1959)

Number of Partners/Members/ Stockholders 250+


Refer to dhgllp.com

Number of Employees 2,000+

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required 0 – 50% or more, if desired


Extensive training throughout your career

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 4 to 6 interns


employees Largest CPA firm headquartered in Southern United States



Internship application deadline 10/1/2016

Contact Person Fred Dillon


Fax Number 304-414-3229

Web Site www.dhgllp.com


Yes


http://www.dhgllp.com/

Company/Firm Location(s) International with an office in Charleston, WV

Geographic Area(s) Served Charleston office serves clients in WV, OH, PA, KY, and VA.

Number of Years in Business Over 50 years

Number of Partners/Members/ Stockholders Over 8,000 worldwide


Oil and gas (E&P), Governmental and Non-profit, Mining, Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale, Energy, and Banking

Number of Employees 230,000 worldwide, approximately 35 in Charleston, WV

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required 0%-65%


All education is sponsored by the Firm and exceeds 80 hours in the first two weeks with the Firm. Thereafter, CPE ranges from 40-100 hours on an annual basis.

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 6 Entry level staff members in the Assurance practice


employees

Ernst & Young is the only “Big 4” accounting firm in the state of WV and has a client base that includes SEC registrants and IFRS Issuers.



Internship application deadline Ongoing

Contact Person MaryBeth Allen


Fax Number 1-866-493-5313

Web Site www.exceptionalEY.com and www.ey.com/us/apply


Yes, additional information can be sent to:

900 United Center


304-343-8971


http://www.exceptionaley.com/

Company/Firm Location(s) Charleston, WV

Geographic Area(s) Served WV and surrounding areas

Number of Years in Business 24 Years

Number of Partners/Members/ Stockholders 8 Directors


Accounting, Assurance, Tax, Valuation, Management Consulting


Extent of Work-Related Travel Required Average – 10% of assignments require out of town or overnight travel


All professionals are provided a minimum of 40 hours of CPE each year, including access to BDO training and resources.

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 2-3 Entry-level Associates, 2-4 Interns


employees

Gibbons & Kawash offers a flexible, but results-oriented culture that allows TEAM members to achieve success while maintaining work-life balance. With challenging assignments, an open and friendly firm culture and an excellent training program. G&K has everything you need to get your career started right.




Contact Person

Julia Mitchell, COO 300 Chase Tower 707 Virginia Street, East Charleston, WV 25301 [email protected]


Fax Number 304-345-8451

Web Site gandkcpas.com


Yes




Geographic Area(s) Served WV, neighboring states and Southeast, US

Number of Years in Business 35 years

Number of Partners/Members/ Stockholders Eight (8)


Services – Audit, Tax, Business Consulting, Business Outsourcing/Bookkeeping, Litigation Support, IT Support, Business Valuations, Estate & Trust Planning and Preparation. Industries – Healthcare, Small Business, and Nonprofit Organizations, Real Estate, Construction and Manufacturing

Number of Employees 40 employers including owners

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required Minimal. Less than 10%.


The minimum is enough to meet AICPA and GAO standards, and that required to perform assigned services, however, we often invest in additional industry and service line trainings as needed.

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 1-3 employees, plus interns for tax season & summer


employees

We began the firm on the premise of providing quality services to our clients. Our commitment to quality and growth has enabled us to develop and provide a broad range of professional services to a growing and diversified clientele. We have historically experienced very little turnover due to a comfortable culture our employees enjoy.



Internship application deadline Winter – November 30th. Summer – April 15th.

Contact Person

Ryan Lindsay, CPA Director Gray Griffith & Mays, A.C. 707 Virginia Street, East, Suite 400 Charleston, WV 25301


Fax Number 304-345-7080

Web Site [email protected] (New website is currently being developed)


Yes



Company/Firm Location(s) 200 Upper Kanawha Way, Cabin Creek, WV 25035

Geographic Area(s) Served West Virginia




Governmental and Nonprofit


Extent of Work-Related Travel Required One to two weeks per year on average


We provide all continuing education with a minimum of 40 hours per year.

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 1 to 3 staff


employees

We are looking for future partners not just current staff. You will be given mentorship and allowed to develop without “sink or swim” supervision. Our goal is to develop each member of our firm to the highest professional level and to earn the respect of our clients and peers. We believe in teamwork and in giving our clients the highest level of professional service.

Will you accept an Intern? Internships would be considered

Internship timing (summer, winter, both) All year

Internship application deadline No deadline

Contact Person David Howell, CPA

Phone Number (304) 595-5212

Fax Number (304) 595-5212

Web Site Davidlhowellcpa.com


Yes. Please visit our website for more information


Company/Firm Location(s) Charleston, WV and Parkersburg, WV

Geographic Area(s) Served WV, OH and surrounding areas




Accounting, Assurance, Tax and Management Consulting services provided to a broad range of industries.


Extent of Work-Related Travel Required Varies


Professional staff receive a minimum of forty (40) hours CPE per year.

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year

4-6 Full Time Staff,

4-6 Summer Interns

2-3 Tax Season Interns


employees

Comprehensive compensation and benefits plan, flexible work hours based on employee goals, career advancement opportunities and extensive community involvement.



Internship application deadline End of Fall Recruiting Season (Mid-October)

Contact Person Drema Foster, HR Director


Fax Number 304-343-8008

Web Site www.suttlecpas.com


Yes


http://www.suttlecpas.com/


Geographic Area(s) Served West Virginia with clients in 20+ states




Accounting, Audit, Tax and Consulting services to a broad range of industries. Visit www.wnacpas.com for additional information.

Number of Employees 15-20

Extent of Work-Related Travel Required Very little. No overnight travel.


Minimum 40 hours CPE for CPAs and as needed for all

other staff – paid for by the firm

Anticipated Hiring Needs in the Next Year 1-2


employees

Excellent compensation, relaxed atmosphere, flexible work schedules to meet family and other needs, great opportunity for growth and advancement, excellent health/dental insurance, 100% employer paid long term and short term disability, exceptional bonus system, private and spacious offices.


Internship timing (summer, winter, both) Winter


Contact Person

Cara Knechtly

231 Capitol Street, Suite 400


[email protected]

Phone Number 304-342-2006 ext.116

Fax Number 304-342-2007

Web Site www.wnacpas.com


Yes – Please visit our website at wnacpas.com for more information about our firm and career opportunities.


http://www.wnacpas.com/


http://www.wnacpas.com/

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Special Thanks

The Recruiting and Career Opportunities Committee

wishes to thank The West Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants

for the printing and distribution of this directory.

West Virginia Society of CPAs 900 Lee Street E. Suite 1201

Charleston, WV 25301 304-342-5461

www.wvscpa.org

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