District Controller

Waste Connections

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a District Controller, you will become an expert in our entire accounting cycle. You will lead a local team and perform daily accounting tasks, in addition to monthly forecasting, the annual budget, and special projects. You will partner with our operations-based District Managers to provide financial advice and assist in evaluating their business decisions. You will interact with employees across all Departments including Operations, Sales, 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
Enrolment in or plans to enrol in CPA or MBA program.
4-7 Years of accounting experience in a similar role.
High degree of business acumen.
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.

Responsibilities

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.