Corporate Accountant

Waste Solution Services•Lawrence, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Solution Services (WSS) helps multifamily and commercial portfolios lower and stabilize waste spending by auditing invoices, optimizing contracts, right-sizing services, and managing vendor issues. The Corporate Accountant is a hands-on role leading the day-to-day accounting function of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial company. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this person will be the most senior accounting professional on a multi-person accounting and bookkeeping team. The role owns the monthly close, P&L and financial reporting, cash management, working capital, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and accounting controls. Depending on performance and business needs, the position may grow into a Senior Accountant role with broader accounting leadership responsibilities. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position based in the Lawrence, New York office. Compensation is $110,000–$130,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
Proven ability to lead a monthly close and independently manage P&L reporting.
Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statements, and internal controls.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of ownership and accountability.
Comfort using AI tools such as Claude to improve efficiency and accuracy while exercising sound judgment and protecting confidential financial information.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA license preferred.
Service industry experience; multifamily, commercial, or waste industry experience is a plus.
QuickBooks and NetSuite experience.
Experience supporting tax filings and working with external accountants.
Experience with working capital management and cash flow analysis.

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly and year-end close, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Manage and analyze the monthly P&L, identify trends, and explain significant variances to the CFO.
Oversee general ledger activity, journal entries, accruals, bank and cash reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts.
Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and working capital.
Maintain strong accounting controls, accurate records, and audit-ready documentation.
Coordinate and review work performed by accounting and bookkeeping team members.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis.
Coordinate with the outside tax firm and provide financial information and supporting schedules for tax filings.
Work with outside legal counsel as needed on accounting and financial matters.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, reporting, internal controls, and workflow efficiency.