Assistant Controller
Waste Connections · Dallas, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Dallas, TX
Job highlights
- Perform monthly financial close and reporting.
- Manage general ledger reconciliations and budgets.
- Analyze financial projections and cost reduction.
- Relocate after 18-24 months of training.
- Requires accounting degree and 1-3 years experience.
About the role
Assistant Controller
Waste Connections is seeking an Assistant Controller to join their team. This role involves a unique training period of 18-24 months at one location, followed by a relocation to another Waste Connections facility. The Assistant Controller will play a crucial part in the financial operations of the company.
Responsibilities:
- Perform monthly financial close functions, including the preparation of financial statements for each operating location.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts.
- Prepare annual financial budgets and detailed budget/expenditure reports.
- Complete monthly financial projection analysis and rate analysis/review.
- Manage the flow of accounting data to/from remote facilities.
- Evaluate and assess internal controls and operating results, including budget-to-actual analysis, and recommend cost reductions.
- Train non-financial personnel on internal control compliance and accounting procedures.
- Undertake special projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 12 credit hours of accounting coursework (Master’s preferred).
- CPA or MBA preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience in a senior accountant or assistant controller role.
- Must be willing to relocate within 18-24 months.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills and experience with related accounting business systems.
Successful candidates will thrive in an environment of operational excellence and accountability. Waste Connections offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement, and opportunities to 'Connect with Your Future'.
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer.
Key skills/competency:
- Financial Close
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Budget Preparation
- Financial Projection Analysis
- Internal Controls Evaluation
- Cost Reduction Recommendations
- Accounting Procedures
- MS Excel
- Interpersonal Communication
- Accounting Business Systems
Skills & topics
- Assistant Controller
- Accounting
- Finance
- Financial Close
- Budgeting
- Financial Reporting
- General Ledger
- Internal Controls
- CPA
- MBA
- MS Excel
- Relocation
- Waste Connections
- Senior Accountant
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your accounting degree, CPA/MBA (if applicable), and 1-3 years of senior accountant or assistant controller experience. Emphasize your proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems.
- Address relocation: Clearly state your willingness to relocate within 18-24 months as required by the Assistant Controller position.
- Showcase communication skills: Provide examples of your excellent written and interpersonal communication, especially in training non-financial staff or presenting findings.
- Demonstrate operational excellence: Align your application with Waste Connections' values by showcasing your ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a demanding accounting environment.
- Prepare for relocation questions: Be ready to discuss your reasons for seeking a role with relocation requirements during the interview process.
Technical preparation
Master advanced MS Excel functions.,Review GAAP and financial reporting standards.,Practice general ledger reconciliation techniques.,Familiarize with accounting business systems.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you managed tight deadlines.,How do you handle multiple priorities?,Give an example of training non-financial staff.,How do you assess internal controls?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the relocation requirement for the Assistant Controller role at Waste Connections?
- The Assistant Controller position at Waste Connections requires a commitment to relocate to another company location after completing an 18-24 month training period at your initial assigned site. This relocation is a key aspect of the role's development path.
- What academic qualifications are necessary for the Assistant Controller position?
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 12 credit hours in accounting coursework is mandatory. A Master's degree is preferred, and a CPA or MBA is also considered a strong advantage for this Assistant Controller role.
- What type of experience is expected for an Assistant Controller at Waste Connections?
- Waste Connections is looking for candidates with 1-3 years of experience, specifically in a senior accountant or an assistant controller capacity. This experience should demonstrate your readiness to handle core accounting functions and financial reporting.
- How important are communication skills for the Assistant Controller job?
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are crucial for the Assistant Controller role. You will need to effectively communicate financial information to various stakeholders, including non-financial personnel, and collaborate across different facilities.
- What accounting software or systems should I be familiar with for the Assistant Controller role?
- While specific systems may vary, the job description emphasizes the need for intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills. Familiarity with related accounting business systems is also expected for an Assistant Controller at Waste Connections.
- What are the key financial responsibilities of an Assistant Controller at Waste Connections?
- Key responsibilities include performing monthly financial close functions, preparing financial statements, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing annual budgets, conducting financial projection analysis, and evaluating internal controls for Waste Connections' operating locations.
- Does Waste Connections offer benefits for an Assistant Controller?
- Yes, Waste Connections offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term disability, life insurance, and a 401K retirement plan for its Assistant Controller positions.
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