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	<title>BITS</title>
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	<description>Connecting Community Banks</description>
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		<title>Pennsylvania Bankers Association Annual Convention</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 21:13:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the Pennsylvania Bankers Association Annual Convention Silver Sponsor]]></description>
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		<title>New Jersey Bankers Association Annual Convention</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 21:10:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the NJ Bankers Association Keynote speaker on May 17th]]></description>
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		<title>SEE US NEXT AT:  Mega Conference</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1331</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 21:07:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the Indiana Bankers Association Golf hole sponsor, May 13th Event Silver Sponsor Hospitality Suite sponsor]]></description>
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		<title>Account Manager</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1236</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2013 15:18:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[JOB DESCRIPTION We are searching for a bright person with excellent communication skills seeking a career in AccountManagement.  The success of this position provides key account leadership for designated customers in a collaborative team environment.  This role is responsible for overall customer satisfaction for assigned accounts and also supports all aspects of company business needs. <a href="http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1236">Read the Rest...</a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>JOB DESCRIPTION</h1>
We are searching for a bright person with excellent communication skills seeking a career in AccountManagement.  The success of this position provides key account leadership for designated customers in a collaborative team environment.  This role is responsible for overall customer satisfaction for assigned accounts and also supports all aspects of company business needs. This is truly a unique opportunity in an exciting company!

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<h2>Company Profile</h2>
BITS is a bank owned co-op with close to 90 community bank customers in 15 states. We offer a hosted and managed all-in-one “cloud based” telecommunications platform (CaaS, Communication as a Service), exclusively for community banks. The solution is specifically developed for banks and includes all circuits and equipment (routers, switches, phones) related to SIP Voice, Data, Internet and Network Security. By outsourcing all management of a bank’s telecommunication services to BITS, we have the ability to improve banks’ operational efficiency, reduce cost, lower risk and simplify FFIEC compliance. To date, BITS has saved community banks more than $12 million on their telecommunication services.

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BITS is a Cisco partner and we have standardized our solution on the Cisco Call Manager, Cisco ISR Routers, Cisco PoE Switches, and Cisco IP Phones. We have a resale agreement with AT&amp;T for MPLS connectivity and have partnered with key service providers such as Level3 and SecureWorks.

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<h2>Responsibilities</h2>
<ul>
	<li>New Customer Transition and Account Setup  Services.</li>
	<li>Conducts transition surveys with new customers.</li>
	<li>Ongoing Customer Care.</li>
	<li>Investigates and resolves customer queries.</li>
	<li>Builds relationships with customers to ensure good communication.</li>
	<li>Conducts in-user customer training.</li>
	<li>Quotes, Inside Sales, &amp; Renewals.</li>
	<li>Proficient at Cisco hardware functionality and tapping phones.</li>
	<li>Conducts inside sales of new and existing products and services.</li>
	<li>Prepares Smart Net quote and renewal twice a year.</li>
	<li>Ensures all banks return a signed quote and contract.</li>
	<li>Reports revenue and net income to finance department.</li>
	<li>Builds and provisions phones as needed.</li>
	<li>Performs other duties and coordinates special tasks or projects as directed.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Requirements</h2>
<ul>
	<li>B.S. in Business or related field</li>
	<li>5+ years of experience in related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
	<li>Experience with Strong Customer Service Skills and inside sales</li>
	<li>Written and verbal communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; excellent problem solving skills; ability to motivate teams to produce quality work within tight deadlines; ability to work independently and within a team environment; ability to give and receive constructive feedback to others; ability to maintain positive, effective work relationships with others; and the ability to develop and maintain favorable relationships</li>
	<li>Knowledge of MS office applications 2007-2010 (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook)</li>
	<li>Knowledge of effective sales strategy and techniques; excellent customer relations skills; familiarity with accounting module of Microsoft Navision, and analytical skills</li>
	<li>Must be available to travel to client sites as needed</li>
</ul>
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The ideal candidate must be a trustworthy, self motivated, team player who wants to work in a dynamic, cutting edge telecommunications company. The candidate has to be a positive, hard working individual who “lives to work” rather than “works to live”.  If this is a description of you, come join us!

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<h2>Reporting</h2>
The Cisco Network Engineer will report to the Director of the Customer Service Center in our Newark, NJ office.

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<h2>How to Apply</h2>
Please send resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:jobs@bitsnetwork.com">jobs@bitsnetwork.com</a>.

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<p align="center"><strong>Candidates must be able to pass background and credit checks. EEO</strong></p>
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		<title>Junior Accountant</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1218</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:45:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[JOB DESCRIPTION We are searching for a Junior Accountant to join our team.  He/she will be responsible for contract compliance and accurate billing for Community Bank customers. This includes the establishment of processes, procedures and documentation to validate contract and rate compliance and adherence to internal financial controls. He/she will exhibit ownership for the administration <a href="http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1218">Read the Rest...</a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1>JOB DESCRIPTION</h1>
We are searching for a Junior Accountant to join our team.  He/she will be responsible for contract compliance and accurate billing for Community Bank customers. This includes the establishment of processes, procedures and documentation to validate contract and rate compliance and adherence to internal financial controls. He/she will exhibit ownership for the administration of billing based on contract and rate specifications and ensures the quality and audit controls are in place and adhered to. The Junior Accountant must have the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with other departments; provide constant communication on contract and rates, issues, and deadlines; and promote billing timeliness, accuracy and quality.  This is a unique opportunity in a rapidly growing company!

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<h2>Company Profile</h2>
BITS is a bank owned co-op with close to 90 community bank customers in 15 states. We offer a hosted and managed all-in-one “cloud based” telecommunications platform (CaaS, Communication as a Service), exclusively for community banks. The solution is specifically developed for banks and includes all circuits and equipment (routers, switches, phones) related to SIP Voice, Data, Internet and Network Security. By outsourcing all management of a bank’s telecommunication services to BITS, we have the ability to improve banks’ operational efficiency, reduce cost, lower risk and simplify FFIEC compliance. To date, BITS has saved community banks more than $12 million on their telecommunication services.

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<h2>Responsibilities</h2>
<ul>
	<li>Perform monthly billing for recurring charges, POTS, teleconferencing and professional services.</li>
	<li>Perform procurement for inventory and capital assets.</li>
	<li>Maintain the inventory account reconciliation on a monthly basis.</li>
	<li>Maintain the reconciliation of capital assets and monthly calculation of depreciation.</li>
	<li>Maintain the monthly amortization of prepaid assets.</li>
	<li>Process the financing of capital assets and work closely with the Controller to ensure that lease agreements and amortization schedule are prepared and booked accurately.</li>
	<li>Perform general ledger analysis for all monthly recurring invoices and assist in month-end closing, adhere to GAAP revenue recognition principle.</li>
	<li>Process sales tax reporting on a monthly basis.</li>
	<li>Prepare and process the SmartNet renewal, twice a year.</li>
	<li>Perform analysis on issues as they arise in a very time sensitive environment</li>
	<li>Performing clerical projects as required.</li>
	<li>Other duties and projects as assigned by the Controller or CFO.</li>
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<h2>Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
	<li>Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Accounting with 2-3 years of experience in Billing and/or Customer Support, or 5-7 years hands-on accounting experience without a Bachelor&#8217;s degree.</li>
	<li>Ability to work independently &amp; with little supervision.</li>
	<li>Advanced or Intermediate knowledge of Excel is a <em>must</em>, and basic knowledge of Word &amp; Outlook.</li>
	<li>Must be detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.</li>
	<li>Ability to work well with others in fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li>
	<li>Possess a strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects as well as strong follow-through skills.</li>
	<li>Ability to complete projects timely and accurately critical.</li>
	<li>Familiarity with the accounting module of Microsoft Navision a plus.</li>
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<h2>Technical Skills</h2>
<ul>
	<li>Demonstrated knowledge of data analysis; billing; as well as related query capabilities</li>
	<li>Excellent spreadsheet and desktop database skills (Excel, Access)</li>
	<li>MS Office applications 2007-2010 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Work Conditions</h2>
<ul>
	<li>Must be flexible- willing to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet tight deadlines</li>
	<li>Sitting for extended periods of time</li>
	<li>Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components</li>
	<li>Physically able to participate in training sessions, meetings, and a few presentations</li>
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The ideal candidate must be a trustworthy, self motivated, team player who wants to work in a dynamic, cutting edge telecommunications company. The candidate has to be a positive, hard working individual who “lives to work” rather than “works to live”.  If this is a description of you, come join us!

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<h2>Reporting</h2>
The Junior Accountant will report to the Controller and work closely with the Customer Service, Installation, and Sales &amp; Marketing teams in our Newark, NJ office.

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<h2>How to Apply</h2>
Please send resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:jobs@bitsnetwork.com">jobs@bitsnetwork.com</a>.

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<p align="center"><strong>Candidates must be able to pass background and credit checks. EEO</strong></p>
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		<title>BITS featured in Sept/Oct. issue of paBanker!</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1209</link>
		<comments>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1209#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2013 22:30:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The paBanker is the Pennsylvania Bankers Association&#8217;s bi-monthly magazine. In Fall 2012, as an endorsed vendor, BITS received the opportunity to write a feature article on Cloud Computing. Click the link to read the full article:  PBASC paBANKER- Sept/Oct 2012  ]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[The paBanker is the Pennsylvania Bankers Association&#8217;s bi-monthly magazine. In Fall 2012, as an endorsed vendor, BITS received the opportunity to write a feature article on Cloud Computing. <em><strong>Click the link to read the full article</strong></em>:  <a href="http://www.bitsnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/PA-BANKER-sept-oct-2012-website-reduced.pdf">PBASC paBANKER- Sept/Oct 2012  </a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Delaware National Bank of Delhi Case Study</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1194</link>
		<comments>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1194#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:58:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Catch New York</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In need of updating their telecommunications processes and simplifying their complicated web of existing service providers, The Delaware National Bank of Delhi selected BITS, a managed service provider who exclusively serves community banks. After a seamless transition and installation, positive internal and external feedback has been delivered. Interestingly enough, BITS proved its fortitude a few <a href="http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1194">Read the Rest...</a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[In need of updating their telecommunications processes and simplifying their complicated web of existing service providers, <b>The Delaware National Bank of Delhi </b>selected <b>BITS</b>, a managed service provider who exclusively serves community banks. After a seamless transition and installation, positive internal and external feedback has been delivered. Interestingly enough, BITS proved its fortitude a few weeks after installation when the town of Delhi lost power- but the bank’s five branches were able to keep their telecom operations running.

<a href="http://www.bitsnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Case-Study-Delhi.pdf">Click Here to Read FULL Case Study</a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>NH &amp; VT CEO/Senior Management Conference</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1179</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:22:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Joint hosted by the New Hampshire Bankers Association and Vermont Bankers Association Keynote speaker on May 10th]]></description>
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		<title>The ACBB 1st Annual Educational Summit</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1172</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:16:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Catch New York</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hosted by Atlantic Central Community Bank  Keynote speaker on May 9th]]></description>
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		<title>Sussex Bank Charity Golf Outing</title>
		<link>http://www.bitsnetwork.com/?p=1170</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:14:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hosted by Sussex Bank]]></description>
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