Assistant Controller
Job Summary
Why Choose Us:
We are Waste Connectionsof Canadaan integrated services company that provides solid waste collection transfer disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. Were proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
General Description:
As an Assistant Controller you will support the District Controller in daily accounting tasks in addition to monthly forecasting the annual budget and special projects. You will interact with employees from all aspects of the business including Operations Sales Dispatch and Customer Service. Your success within the role is reliant on an ambitious work ethic excellent communication and the ability to problem-solve. The key to Waste Connections continued growth and success is sourcing developing and promoting individuals who meet these expectations.
As an Assistant Controller with us the minimum responsibilities are:
Performing monthly financial close functions through preparation of financial statements
Reconciliation of all general ledger accounts
Completion of monthly financial projection analysis
Monthly narrative analysis of significant financial variances to budget and forecast
Effective ongoing communication of financial related information to business counterparts
Planning and participating in the annual financial budget process
Prepare all capital purchase requests for the district including preparation of all support documents
Implement and maintain required internal controls
Implement and maintain regular reporting processes to support operations
Coordinating and performing Inventory counts Rolling Stock Container and Truck Shop inventory
Providing training to non-financial personnel on internal control compliance accounting procedures and financial statement review
Special projects as assigned.
What We Need From You:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or Economics.
Enrolment in CPA or MBA program
3 years of accounting experience in a similar role
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications.
Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Must be a self-starter with the initiative to learn and a great work ethic
What Youll Get From Us:
Competitive Wages
Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future
Benefits; Medical Dental Vision
Perks perks perks! Employee Assistant Program Scholarship Opportunities for kids Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Insurance: Life Short Term/Long Term Disability
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Waste Connections of Canada may use artificial intelligence to screen assess or select applicants for its positions but final hiring decisions are made with human oversight.
Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal provincial or local law regulation or ordinance.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Waste Connections offers industry leading services - trash pickup, dumpster rental, and recycling across the country. Learn more now!