Newsletter ALPFA Florida International University

ISSUE No. 13 / April 11th, 2011

Bank of America & FICPA

Ralph Carnicer (pictured) Members networking before the Heather Lasher was one of two
presented alongside Stan Jansta start of our General Meeting. representatives at hand from Bank
“Financial Literacy.” of America.

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 Table of Contents

This Week in ALPFA FIU Pages 3 - 4

My ALPFA Story Page 5
Last Week in ALPFA FIU Page 6
Upcoming Events Pages 7 - 8
Scholarships Pages 9 - 10
Professional Development Pages 11 - 13
Job Opportunities Pages 14 - 19

“We believe in developing you as a professional

and growing together as one family.”

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This Week in ALPFA FIU

Thursday, April 14th

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This Week in ALPFA FIU

Friday, April 15th

Time: 6:30PM
Location: Coconut Grove, FL

For More Information: www.1040k.org

To RSVP, contact Eric Erdvig at eerdv001@fiu.edu

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 My ALPFA Story

Last summer I embarked on a quest to find an accounting club to join at FIU. Naturally, in my
searching, I stumbled on ALPFA FIU as well as Beta Alpha Psi. I began looking into the two of
them, and what they had to offer. One day while sitting in class Cathy came in with other
members to give a presentation on ALPFA FIU. I was interested to find out more after the
presentation and contacted her regarding ALPFA FIU. She invited me towards the end of
summer to attend a small social ALPFA FIU was having prior to the national convention. I was
hesitant to show up, but when I arrived every member attending was open, warm, and inviting.
They all were eager to offer their stories, experiences, and answer my questions.

That day my quest ended, but the journey was just beginning. The experiences offered to me
have been invaluable in regards to professionalism, self development, and opportunity. I have
formed serious relationships with members, both students and professional. I’ve had the ability
to work with like minded and driven individuals.Yet not one of these things is unique to me
alone. These experiences, though they are mine, are echoed by other ALPFA FIU members, and
are available to anyone who seeks them.

I had recently attended a trip to DC with Deloitte and United Way for Spring Break. While I
was there I wore a few ALPFA FIU shirts to represent the organization and the school. One of
the Deloitte professionals was from the Chicago office and a member of ALPFA as well. He
asked me what school I attended and got to talking to me about ALPFA and whether I would be
attending the convention this year. He inquired to see how some of the members he met at the
previous convention were doing and asked me to let them know to follow up with him. As I said
before, you make serious--and in this case lasting--relationships with people in ALPFA.

Regards,
Carlos Garcell

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Last Week in ALPFA FIU

This past week, on April 8th, 2011, ALPFA FIU hosted Stan Jansta and Ralph Carnicer during our
General Meeting. Speaking on behalf of the FICPA, Stan and Ralph spoke to members about
financial literacy and gave members great tips regarding debt and credit.

Following our General Meeting, both Finance and Accounting members attended the firm
presentation of Bank of America, the financial services company which is the largest bank
holding company in the United States, by assets, and the second largest bank by market
capitalization, presented for both our Accounting and Finance students. Led by Steven Monaco
and Heather Lasher, they gave members insight into Bank of America, which include information
regarding the seven segments that make up BAC and their sheer size. Additionally, members
were informed of potential career paths with BAC. Following the presentation members had
the opportunity to ask questions.

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 Upcoming Events

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 Upcoming Events

Chocolate Sale

For more information, please contact Yasnay Montalvo at

ALPFAfunds@gmail.com

15 points per Box.

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Scholarships

Sam’s Club Scholarship Opportunity

Sam’s Club is sponsoring a $100,000 scholarship competition for students enrolled at an HACU-accredited
HSI. Sam’s Club, the nation’s eighth-largest retailer and a leading membership warehouse club,
is a division of Walmart.

We are inviting any full-time sophomore or junior enrolled at an HACU-accredited HSI to participate
individually or on a team of no more than three (3) to write a marketing plan that focuses on building the
connection between Sam’s Club and the Latino communities it serves.

The program will run from Jan. 3, 2011, to May 14, 2011. The winners will be announced during
DiversityInc’s Gala Awards Dinner in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 9, 2011, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

For more information, please visit www.hsischolarships.com or contact Carolynn Johnson at

cjohnson@DiversityInc.com or 973-494-0539.

2011 Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities through College of Business

Various scholarship opportunities posted on the College of Business Website

Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria and the applications are available to download
http://business.fiu.edu/landon/scholarship_list.cfm
The application period ends April 28th, 2011

Florida Board of Accountancy Award Scholarships

Scholarship designed for minorities to enter the accounting profession!

Scholarship applicants can be awarded up to $6,000 per semester for a maximum of 2 semesters
The deadline for applications is June 1st

Click here http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/cpa/index.html for access to the application and other

information including qualification criteria (scroll down to the “Minority Scholarships” section).

Qualified students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as it takes a few weeks for the processing and
approval of each application.

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Scholarships

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Professional Development

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Professional Development

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 Professional Development

What makes these 10 companies the best at talent development and promotions
for Asian-American employees?

Copy and paste the link below to find out!

http://www.diversityinc.com/article/8396/The-DiversityInc-Top-10-Companies-for-
Asian-Americans/

The Young CPAs welcome the opportunity to share their experience with accounting
students, graduates studying for the CPA certification or those who have just entered the
accounting profession. Their achievements can be attributed to many factors including those
CPAs before them that have taken an interest in helping them succeed. YCPAs CONNECT is
here to provide you with candid interviews and a direct source to ask questions
to be shared with others.

Copy and paste the link below for more information!

http://www.ficpa.org/Content/Members/Communities/YCPA/Connect.aspx

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Job Opportunities

Internship Opportunity!

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Job Opportunities

Accounts Payable Clerk at an Aviation Company

· Open position is accounts payable clerk at an aviation company.

· Responsibilities will include preparing payables, checking invoices, filing, maintaining inventory and data
entry.
· Applicant would have to interact with vendors.
· Strong communications skills a must.
· Applicant would be cross trained in all aspects of the accounting department as well.
· Applicants must be detail oriented, reliable, organized, possess analytical ability and have a good
attitude.
· Proficiency with MS Office especially Excel and ability to handle high volume with attention to detail.
· Preferably looking for someone with accounting experience however, we are open to all applicants.
· Company offers competitive wages, benefits, health insurance and paid vacation.
· Starting salary is based on experience level.

Please send all resume’s to the following e-mail at aalab003@gmail.com with which job you are applying for in
the subject line.

Full-time Accounting and Bookkeeping Position at Digital Advertising Agency

· Responsibilities will include preparing payables, checking invoices, filing, maintaining inventory and data
entry.
· Applicant would have to interact with vendors.
· Strong communications skills a must.
· Applicants must be detail oriented, reliable, organized, possess analytical ability and have a good
attitude.
· Proficiency with MS Office especially Excel and know how to use QuickBooks online and deal with an
external accounting firm
· Preferably looking for someone with accounting experience however, we are open to all applicants.
· Starting salary is based on experience level.

Please send all resume’s to the following e-mail at aalab003@gmail.com with which job you are applying for in
the subject line.

Also available is the following:

 Internal Auditor position for someone with some public accounting experience at a healthcare firm if
anyone thinks they are qualified for this position (CPA, etc.).
 Part time office manager position at a tax/law firm in the gables, let me know. This can convert into
a full time position sometime in the future!

Please send all resume’s to the following e-mail at aalab003@gmail.com with which job you are applying for in
the subject line.

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Job Opportunities

The basic idea behind LatinMBA.com is to provide an effective means of placement services for
MBA students and alumni with Latin American interests (“Latin MBAs”). We currently have
three positions available; copy and past the link below to your browser for more information!

1) M&A Associate, Latin America Group, US Investment Bank, New York City
http://www.latinmba.com/en/mba/body_CuerpoAviso.ASP?AvisoID={9AA444B6-280E-4E66
-8EB9-46B99848C974}&L=1

2) Associate, M&A & Equity Capital Markets, Top Global Bank, Sao Paulo, Brazil
http://www.latinmba.com/en/mba/body_CuerpoAviso.ASP?AvisoID={DB98DF32-C088-
42E1-A36B-A737A3B36DFF}&L=1

3) M&A Analyst (Post-MBA Job), Corporate Finance, Focus on Energy, Sao Paulo, Brazil
http://www.latinmba.com/en/mba/body_CuerpoAviso.ASP?AvisoID={F309E789-8A3C-
4F3D-9EEB-ADD4FB394249}&L=1

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Job Opportunities

Reporting and Working Relationships

Reports to Store Team Leader

Job Details
Position Code: 25247
Pyramid: Stores
Department: Stores
Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Working toward a college degree

Leadership
Personal – Courageous; strong bias for action; drives for speed; will do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Demonstrates accountability and courage
Team – Ability to motivate and inspire others; challenges to ensure every team member contributes. Com-
municates effectively; maximizes relationships; builds trust and manages performance
Thought – Solves problems on the most important things; follows best practices; creative
Results – Prioritizes, delivers great results; provides a superior Target-brand experience for guests and team
members
Demonstrated ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated strategic planning and analytical skills
Demonstrated strong leadership skills relating to guest and team member interaction
Strong interpersonal, organization, conflict management, administration, reasoning and decision-making skills
Ability to delegate responsibility effectively and provide clear oral directions to others
Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis

Job Knowledge and Capabilities

Cheerful and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members; demonstrates Fast, Fun and Friendly
Must successfully complete the Internship Training Program

Physical Ability (as applicable)

Ability to read instructions, reports and information on computer screens and to key information on a com-
puter
Able to move merchandise with appropriate equipment (e.g. tubs, carts, flats, etc.) to and from stockroom and
sales floor
Able to place and arrange items on all shelves and racks on selling floor
Able to climb and descend ladders carrying merchandise
Able to lift 40 pounds
Able to continuously move around all areas of the store on a daily basis

Availability
Flexible work schedule, (e.g. nights, weekends)

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