Assistant Controller

Rumpke•Georgetown, KY

About The Position

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team! The Assistant Controller (AC) will assist in managing and developing a best practices financial framework, including implementing improvements to existing financial processes. The AC will also work in partnership with the Region, Area, and Corporate leadership to define process strategies, goals, metrics, best practices, and measures that are aligned with Rumpke's organizational goals. The AC is focused on continuous process improvements, forecasting results, and managing expectations of the business partners across the Rumpke organization.

Requirements

Build and nurture positive working relationships with the team, internal customers, and vendors
Ability to organize and deliver presentations in front of groups
Ability to train team and business employees
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, planning, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize own tasks and tasks of others
Extensive knowledge of US GAAP
2+ years of account/finance experience required
Ability to travel between offices, as required
Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

Nice To Haves

SAP or other ERP software implementation experience a plus
Knowledge of data integration points and dash boarding preferred
MBA Preferred

Responsibilities

Assure that financial income and expenditure transactions and records are in compliance with all rules, regulations, requirements and procedures (i.e., GAAP)
Monitor and adjust workflow and assignments to meet established deadlines
Assist Corporate or Region Controller with year-end audit and perform internal review designed to reduce number of audit adjustments prior to the arrival of the external auditors
Responsible for creating a positive work environment which maximizes individual and team performance
Analyze results, drive timely and accurate data recording
Responsible for the overall integrity of financial systems and related data
Develop a framework to provide assurance over the operation and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting
Establish proper accounting standard operating procedures (SOP), policies, and goals/objectives
Maintain SOP documentation and training materials in a centralized repository that can be accessed by team members and internal customers
Identify and implement improvements to existing financial processes through the development of a program of continuous improvement initiatives
Recognize and drive changes to current processes where SAP best practice opportunities exist
Work with Finance Business Process Lead to resolve business and operational issues in an innovative, efficient, and effective manner
Perform other duties as assigned