CFO

Waste Solution Services•Lawrence, NY

4d•$225,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Solution Services (WSS) helps multifamily and commercial portfolios lower and stabilize waste spend. We do not haul trash; we sit between clients and haulers to audit invoices, optimize contracts, right-size service, centralize billing, and manage service issues. Our work is built around cost predictability, operational clarity, and strong execution. We are hiring a CFO to own the financial health of WSS and oversee all finance operations. This leader will manage AP, AR, Collections, FP&A, and bookkeeping while providing strategic guidance on budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and price increases. The role is approximately 80% management and oversight, with 20% direct involvement in budgeting and financial understanding to support the company’s growth and decision-making.

Requirements

Experience in building and leading internal (not outsourced) finance operations in a growing business.
Strong background in AP, AR, bookkeeping, budgeting, and forecasting.
Accrual accounting experience required.
Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting
10+ years of relevant experience
5+ years senior management experience
Based in New York preferred; Connecticut will also be considered.
Ability to manage the full finance function with minimal oversight.
Strong understanding of how finance supports company growth and vision.
Proven ability to earn trust through sound judgment, accuracy, and discretion.
Familiar with US GAAP

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting pricing strategy and price increases.
Waste management, multifamily, commercial services, or related industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Review and improve procedures and KPI's for Finance departments
Oversee all WSS finance functions, including AP, AR, Collections, FP&A, and bookkeeping.
Build and manage a team for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accrual-based accounting.
Lead the company’s budgeting process and support pricing and price increase decisions.
Build clear financial visibility for leadership and ensure accuracy across reporting.
Maintain accountability for finance processes, controls, and deadlines.
Partner with leadership to understand business performance and guide financial strategy.
Translate financial data into actionable insights that support company planning.
Ensure finance operations are organized, reliable, and scalable as WSS grows.
Provide trusted guidance on financial decisions that affect operations and revenue.
Help align finance with the company’s long-term vision and operating priorities.