Careers
As a growing leader in the international consulting space, High Street Partners is changing the way companies manage their international needs. Our success depends on great people, so if you’d like to put your experience and ideas to work at a company happy to consider your strengths and reward your hard work, we want to hear from you.High Street Partners' excellent reputation for client satisfaction is well deserved because we employ a skilled and dynamic team committed to service excellence. Our core values of entrepreneurship, collaboration, service, flexibility and respect inform everything we do, whether client, partner or team member related, and we work hard to help one another realize our full potential as individuals and as a company. The work is interesting, fun and fast-paced. We offer flexible hours and an environment that fosters team building and open communication.
In the last year, we’ve experienced significant growth in our client base, partner circle, and service network, As a result, we have an immediate need for additional resources in several of our offices.
Sharepoint Architect-Developer - Boston
We're looking for an expert on Microsoft SharePoint Platform who can demonstrate proven success in creating SharePoint 2007 and 2003 application architectures. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is accomplished in designing and delivering world-class web based portal solutions to internal and external audiences with hundreds of users. If you have a strong passion for application design and development who takes pride in helping others to achieve their business goals with expertly delivered solutions based on the Microsoft.Net Framework, please contact us.
Working closely with the VP of IT, HSP's Sharepoint Architect-Developer will play a critical role in the evolution and success of the company's internal and externally facing applications. The position offers an excellent opportunity to be the primary contributor in a small team environment producing high quality applications and portal solutions for both internal operations and external clients and business partners. The successful candidate will be responsible for the total project lifecycle, from analysis, specification, development, to testing, rollout and support. Our high end data center, Cisco networking, HP servers, Microsoft x64 environment (Exchange 2007/MOSS 2007/ISA 2006), EMC storage and VMware ESX virtual environment provides an ideal - and cutting edge - technical arena for production and development. The position also offers opportunities to work from home.
Essential skills/qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree with primary focus on Information Technology or Mathematics
• Well versed in application lifecycle, experienced with change management
• Strong organization skills and ability to maintain several different initiatives concurrently
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Demonstrated experience in information architecture, content and knowledge management solutions
• Systems implementation skills: requirements/process analysis, conceptual and detailed design, configuration, testing, training, support
• 1+ years experience architecting / developing with SharePoint Server 2007
• 4-7 years experience architecting / developing with SharePoint Server 2003, Microsoft .Net Framework, Windows Workflow Foundation, ASP .NET 2.0, and C#
• Experience configuring complex security requirements for SharePoint 2007
• Visual Studio, SharePoint Designer and InfoPath expertise
• Expert, demonstrated GUI development skills
• HTML, DHTML, XML
• 3+ years developing / administering Microsoft SQL Server 2005
• Demonstrated track records of self-learning, highly passionate about technology – especially SharePoint/.Net, deep curiosity and unyielding attention to detail
• Excellent English verbal and written skills are essential
• Prior consulting or contracting experience a plus
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis
Senior Network Administrator - Boston
Working closely with the VP of IT, the Senior Network Administrator will play a pivotal role in the growth and support of HSP’s user base and mission critical data center operations. This hire will enjoy a cutting edge technical data center environment and work with a distributed employee base located in the US (East and West coast), Europe and Asia. The ideal candidate is an expert with Microsoft desktop and server infrastructure and other related systems who has a deep passion and curiosity for technology. We are looking for a flexible self-starter who works well independently, communicates effectively with all levels of management, and takes pride in creating precise, efficient, creative, stable, pragmatic and manageable solutions. HSP’s IT environment is fast-faced, challenging and creative, and the contributions made by the Network Administrator are integral to our success. If you thrive in this type of environment, and you’d enjoy opportunities to work from home, we’d like to hear from you.
Essential skills/qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree with primary focus on Information Technology or Mathematics
• Strong organization skills and ability to maintain several different initiatives concurrently
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to perform comprehensive research to solve problems and develop creative and forward thinking solutions to business needs
• Demonstrated track records of self-learning and highly passionate about technology
• Excellent English verbal and written skills required
• Prior consulting or contracting experience a plus
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience as a network administrator supporting the technologies required for this position
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis
• Demonstrated experience with many of the following systems:
o Windows XP / Windows Vista
o SAN (fibre channel), VMware ESX, Windows Server 2003, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP
o Exchange Server 2007, SQL Server 2005, MOSS 2007, and System Center Essentials 2007
o Blackberry Enterprise Server v4
o Firewall, VPN and network switching – both wired and wireless
o Symantec Backup Exec, LTO tape libraries
Primary Account Manager - Boston and San Jose
An HSP Account Manager is the “face of HSP.” Closely involved with the client’s management team and dedicated to evaluating and meeting the client’s operational needs overseas, the PAM interfaces with the overseas local service providers involved in each project to ensure the successful set up, delivery and smooth running of client engagements around the world. This critical role involves multiple projects, deadlines and regular communication with multiple parties. An Accounting or Finance degree is required, as is at least 3 to 5 years experience working in the Finance or Accounting department of a growth company.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to achieve the following:
• Work as an interface between clients and Local Services Providers to ensure that all client needs are met, including monthly, quarterly and annual accounting, payroll and tax compliance issues.
• Respond to all client requests in an effective and timely manner
• Manage internal resources devoted to helping support our fixed price turnkey client solutions
• Leverage internal and external resources to engage consulting work as required
• Efficiently manage and multitask projects at various stages of development
• Perform billable tasks as required
New hires will receive a competitive fixed salary and benefits package. Additional incentives may include account management bonuses related to the number of clients served, and incentive bonuses based on achieving overall contribution and operating performance targets.
Overseas Direct (OsD) Manager - Boston and San Jose
The primary objective of the OsD Manager is to assist an HSP senior staff member manage a portfolio of approximately 10-20 clients operating overseas. Working closely with both clients and local service providers (LSPs), this hire will be responsible for helping manage and oversee the recurring accounting, compliance and related tasks being performed by LSPs, while ensuring that the client’s US headquarters requirements are being met. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who possesses a wide range of accounting skills, including experience with overseas locations. He or she will also support HSP clients entering the US.
The successful candidate will fulfill the following international Accounting support functions:
• Review and understand the US GAAP client accounting requirements for their overseas operations
• Review the monthly reporting package produced by overseas LSPs that are submitted to HQ in the US for their consolidations, to ensure consistency and quality.
• Interface with client, LSPs and US based account management team to address outstanding accounting issues with regards to monthly financials.
• Assist client with cash management of overseas operations and international treasury management
• Review and ensure the smooth and accurate processing of international payrolls on a regular basis
• Ensure accuracy of monthly intercompany accounts between headquarters and overseas operations
• Provide other various support as required
Essential skills/qualifications:
• BA or BS in Accounting
• 3 to 5 years related experience within the professional services industry
• Experience with international operations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Team player with a positive attitude
Accounting Specialist – Boston
Working closely with the Senior Accountant and HR, the Accounting Specialist will help support HSP’s daily business operations. As an integral part of our Finance team, this hire will be responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll processing. He or she will maintain detailed accounting records, and provide assistance with expense reports, payroll processes, banking needs, and fixed asset tracking. This position provides excellent exposure to the basic accounting functions of a multi-national organization, and it offers an exciting opportunity to advance a career in accounting or international business. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working within a small team and should demonstrate strong attention to detail. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field is required, as is at least two years of professional work experience.
Essential skills/abilities:
• BA or BS in Accounting or Finance
• 2 years related experience within the professional services industry
• “Self-starting” personality with a desire to take on new tasks
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Team player with a positive attitude
Administrative Assistant - Boston
This multifaceted hire will be responsible for supporting HSP's busy Boston office and ensuring its smooth running. Typical duties and responsibilities will include relaying incoming telephone calls, greeting visitors, ordering supplies, managing mail and office deliveries, maintaining schedules, and performing diverse clerical duties in a professional manner. Other projects are also likely. We're looking for an energetic and diplomatic candidate who enjoys a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required, and prior administrative and accounting experience is preferred.
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:
• professional demeanor
• attention to detail
• typing and filing experience
• pleasant phone manner
• math skills
• technical proficiency with MS Outlook, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• highly developed organization and time management abilities
Billing Analyst – San Jose
Working closely with management and finance, this candidate will support client account teams in HSP’s West Coast Region. He or she will be responsible for vendor invoice and purchase order management, invoice accrual accounting, revenue reconciliation, and monthly billing assistance and processing. This position provides excellent exposure to the basic accounting functions of a multi-national organization, and it offers an exciting opportunity to advance a career in accounting or international business. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working within a small team and should demonstrate strong attention to detail. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field is required, as is at least two years of professional work experience.
Essential skills/qualifications:
• BA or BS in Accounting, business, or related field
• Self-starter with a desire to take on new tasks
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Team player with a positive attitude
Ours is a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, so the ideal candidate for any of the positions listed above will be a flexible self-starter who has the confidence to take on different and multiple tasks. A strong, highly professional and likeable personality is a must, as are excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Please forward resumes to careers@hsp.com.
