In your role as an Advisory Senior Associate, you will support our Advisory team as we provide strategic guidance, technical advice, and support high-growth and ambitious entrepreneurs and clients in venture capital, private equity, private middle-market enterprise, and global corporations across diverse industries.  Advisory Senior Associates at Calvetti Ferguson are valued team members and leaders across a diverse range of project areas including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, valuations, technical accounting and reporting, governance, risk, and controls, and technology advisory.

A successful Advisory Senior Associate:

• Seeks to build a diverse and dynamic set of differentiated skills and experiences while developing professionally and personally in a high-performing team
• Is entrepreneurial, optimistic, views challenges as opportunities and wants to be part of a high-growth business, practice, and team
• Is agile, adaptive, and comfortable in dynamic and fast-paced environments, including excellent project management and organization skills
• Is curious, asks insightful questions, and seeks to acquire new skills, experiences, and understanding of the industries and businesses of each client and project
• Thinks critically, organizes, analyzes and interprets data efficiently and effectively
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills with teammates, colleagues, and clients to develop and foster trust, commitment, and collaboration
• Aspires to develop business development skills, firm, practice, and personal branding and be a firm representative in industry and community events

Engagements include:

• Buy-side and Sell-side Due Diligence and Quality of Earnings
• Entity and Asset Valuations
• Transaction Readiness
• Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Advisory
• Governance, Risk, and Control Advisory, including SOX and Internal Audit
• Technology Advisory, including SOC Reports, Cyber Risk and Automation

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Pursuing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• At least two (2) years’ professional experience in external audit, transaction diligence, or internal controls advisory.
• Experience with a Big 4 or other industry-leading CPA firm is an added advantage.
• Travel approximately 10%

Please note that Calvetti Ferguson does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.

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NOTICE TO 3rd PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Calvetti Ferguson by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Calvetti Ferguson. Calvetti Ferguson will not be responsible for or owe any fees associated with referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

Position Title: Guest Services Associate     

Department: Guest Services

Supervisor: Guest Service Supervisors, Director of Guest Services

Position Status: Part-time 

Company Overview:

Nashville Zoo is dedicated to inspiring a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation, and leadership. With a diverse collection of animals and a commitment to wildlife preservation, we provide engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.

Position Description:

Responsible for the following activities: selling daily admissions-related items, advertising zoo membership, checking in, assisting and greeting guests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Guest Relations

• Provide zoo visitors with the highest quality of customer service at all times, including appropriate greetings and handling of transactions.
• Maintain professional conduct at all times and consistently model the organization’s values in all interactions with colleagues, guests, and stakeholders.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Be flexible in working various guest services locations including cross training in ticket sales, membership recruitment, token sales, running the Wild Animal carousel, selling nectar, equipment rentals, monitoring the play and surface areas at the Jungle Gym and operating the Wilderness Express (train).
• Be educated about the Zoo and current activities, programs and exhibits to address questions and make recommendations to guests to maximize their visit to the Zoo.
• Be familiar with all items, ticket and membership types to best serve the guests and their needs, including familiarity with new discount types.
• Maintain a positive example in meeting the needs of Nashville Zoo guests, working with other crew members to improve guest relations and handle individual guest issues as needed.

Financial

• Maintain proper cash handling protocols in the ticket booths and guest services hut at all times.
• Follow procedures for proper financial transactions with guests and in cash management and exchange for change requests and safe drops.
• Prepare individual stations for balanced bank deposits, cashouts and settlements daily.
• Work with Leads as needed to evaluate overages and shortages and work proactively to address any procedural issues.
• Handle all financial transactions honestly and fairly.

Ticketing

• Properly utilize the Accesso Ticketing System for the sale of admissions, memberships and other items.
• Work with Guest Services Director and/or Leads for updates on use of the system and retrain/refresh skills on a regular basis.
• Provide employee and guest feedback for potential improvements and modifications to the system when needed.
• Responsible for entering all sales into register quickly and effectively maintaining an efficient operation, both automated and manual.
• Responsible for entering all survey information (zip codes).

Qualifications

Skills:

• Ability to self-direct work tasks while ensuring safety and productivity.
• Ability to work with others in a positive, encouraging environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• A person who is well-organized and capable of thinking effectively in the moment.
• Basic cash handling knowledge for making change and conducting transactions.

Education/ Experience:

Must have received or be currently seeking high school diploma or GED equivalent. Some knowledge of cash register or computer sales programs helpful as well as general guest or customer service experience in a related field required.

Physical Responsibilities:

Staff must frequently stand and walk for extended periods, interact with guests throughout their shift, and occasionally lift, carry, or move items up to 25–30 lbs, such as program materials, supplies, or event equipment. These roles require clear verbal communication, strong customer‑service skills, and the ability to project one’s voice during programs, tours, and presentations. Employees regularly work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may be exposed to noise, crowds, dust, and routine cleaning agents. Staff must safely navigate public areas, stairs, and uneven surfaces, while operating basic equipment such as radios, tablets, microphones, and point‑of‑sale systems. Positions may involve assisting with special events, school programs, or animal‑themed activities, requiring flexibility, professionalism, and adherence to safety and guest‑interaction protocols. Schedules may include weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, and occasional overtime based on programming or attendance needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Work Schedule:

Flexibility: Position may require flexibility in working hours to accommodate special events, emergencies, or animal care needs.

Pre-employment requirements:

Nashville Zoo is an EEO Institution and a Drug Free Workplace.

Candidates for this position must submit to a criminal background check and pass a drug test.

The Accounting Services Associate is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of periodic accounting processes and the preparation of financial statements for multiple clients in a wide variety of industries.  Routine tasks will include recording of transactional activity (bank account entries, fixed asset set up, and other recurring entries), account reconciliations, balance sheet review and analysis, and P&L review and analysis.  Project management experience is a plus as the associate will be responsible for managing multiple engagements simultaneously with competing deadlines and separate teams for each. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Preference given to candidates with a CPA license, or plans to obtain
• 2-3 years of experience in audit and/or with month end close
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of the full accounting cycle, including transactional and GL accounting up through month end close and reporting

Preferences:

• Experience working with accounting software, preferably Quickbooks Online, Sage Intacct, or NetSuite

Please note that Calvetti Ferguson does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.

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Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Calvetti Ferguson by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Calvetti Ferguson. Calvetti Ferguson will not be responsible for or owe any fees associated with referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

The Tax Manager/Senior Manager is responsible for all phases of client engagements including primary client relationship maintenance, highly proactive management of tax compliance, tax advisory services, and developing and coaching professional staff. The Tax Manager/Senior Manager is expected to deliver exceptional client service, develop and maintain strong client relationships, participate in the firm’s practice development efforts by assisting with attracting and serving new clients, expand services to existing clients, and help recruit and retain additional team members. Candidates need to understand and manage firm risk on tax services performed, review various types of complex tax returns, continuously grow their technical knowledge, and deliver value-added tax planning ideas to clients.

Seeking Candidates with expertise in the areas listed below:

• Oil & Gas (O&G) federal and state income tax experience commensurate with Tax Manager or above technical skills
• Thorough working knowledge working with and advising on intangible drilling costs (IDC), cost depletion, percentage depletion, separate property elections, plug and abandonment (P&A), and other related matters
• Experience providing technical tax advice related to like-kind exchanges for O&G properties
• Experience working with both partnership and corporate O&G legal entities

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant tax experience including technical tax consulting, research, and implementation of planning strategies.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising multiple direct reports and reviewing their work product.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• This Tax Manager or Senior Manager role will also provide client facing services to non/O&G clients in various industries

Please note that Calvetti Ferguson does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.

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NOTICE TO 3rd PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Calvetti Ferguson by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Calvetti Ferguson. Calvetti Ferguson will not be responsible for or owe any fees associated with referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

The Tax Manager/Senior Manager is responsible for all phases of client engagements including primary client relationship maintenance, highly proactive management of tax compliance, tax advisory services, and developing and coaching professional staff. The Tax Manager/Senior Manager is expected to deliver exceptional client service, develop and maintain strong client relationships, participate in the firm’s practice development efforts by assisting with attracting and serving new clients, expand services to existing clients, and help recruit and retain additional team members. Candidates need to understand and manage firm risk on tax services performed, review various types of complex tax returns, continuously grow their technical knowledge, and deliver value-added tax planning ideas to clients.

Seeking Candidates with expertise in the areas listed below:

• High net worth individuals, their personal tax returns, trust returns, and gift & estate planning
• Privately held businesses, including partnerships, S Corporations, and/or C Corporations
• Private equity backed portfolio companies

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant tax experience including technical tax consulting, research, and implementation of planning strategies.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising multiple direct reports and reviewing their work product.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Please note that Calvetti Ferguson does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.

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NOTICE TO 3rd PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Calvetti Ferguson by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Calvetti Ferguson. Calvetti Ferguson will not be responsible for or owe any fees associated with referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

In your role as Assurance Senior, you will support the execution of audit fieldwork and ensure that assigned tasks are conducted economically and per agreed client and Firm standards on a series of exciting and challenging Assurance engagement projects and assisting in other projects, such as consulting and advisory projects.

During your tenure as an Assurance Senior, you will demonstrate and develop the ability to:

• Support the delivery of engagements/projects in specific areas of competency;
• Assist in identifying client needs and problem technical issues that arise and propose resolutions to address these;
• Raise issues with the Assurance Seniors and Managers as identified in area of focus that may affect the quality of delivery or timelines of the engagement;
• Maintain quality and timely delivery as per Service Level Agreements with clients;
• Actively build business relationships that generate leads, identify opportunities for follow-on work and work with management to win the business;
• Assist in development of client presentations/discussion documentation;
• Assist in managing engagement risk in line with Calvetti Ferguson policies;
• Maintain clear communication channels with engagement team members on work status;
• Maintain own development and knowledge in specialized area; and
• Comply with auditing and accounting standards, relevant laws and regulations (including specific local laws and regulations), ethical standards, independence requirements and the Firm's quality control procedures.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• Currently pursuing Certified Public Accountants (CPA) designation in Tennessee
• Thorough knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“US GAAP”) and Auditing Standards.
• Proficient in Auditing software.
• At least two (2) years’ professional audit working experience.
• Experience with a Big 4 or Regional auditing firm is an added advantage.
• Experience with private equity and real estate fund clients is an added advantage.
• Differentiated experience in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, SaaS, banking, or private equity are an added advantage.

Please note that Calvetti Ferguson does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.

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NOTICE TO 3rd PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Calvetti Ferguson by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Calvetti Ferguson. Calvetti Ferguson will not be responsible for or owe any fees associated with referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

The Tax Senior Associate plays a critical role on the engagement team that is both internal and client facing. We foster a culture of excellence that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, and exceptional client service. The successful candidate will thrive in an environment that is focused on growth and that offers significant opportunity for leadership development and career advancement.

As a Tax Senior Associate, you will be responsible for the following:

• Working closely with engagement managers and partners, you will be the primary lead on tax engagements, including scheduling, staffing, and completing returns; providing the first level of technical review; performing research on various technical matters and managing both internal and client deadline expectations.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and act as the primary client contact to proactively gather tax information, ensure that client emails / questions are responded to in a timely manner, identify tax planning opportunities, and escalate questions/concerns  to the engagement manager or partner.
• Ensure that quarterly estimates and year end projections are prepared and reviewed.
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices.
• Supervise, train and mentor Tax Associates and Interns, including acting as a Project Manager to ensure that they can adequately prioritize and complete their assigned work.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in accounting
• CPA eligible
• Active CPA license preferred
• Actively pursuing CPA license is required
• 2-3 years or more of experience, preferably in public accounting
• Proficient in partnership, S corporation, C corporation, and / or individual taxation
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office software suite
• Excellent ability to perform technical tax research, summarize, and communicate findings
• Excellent skills in coaching and developing tax associates and interns
• Desire to give back to your community

Please note that Calvetti Ferguson does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.

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NOTICE TO 3rd PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Calvetti Ferguson by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Calvetti Ferguson. Calvetti Ferguson will not be responsible for or owe any fees associated with referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.