Staff Accountant

Cassella Waste Systems, Inc. • Hermon, ME

47d

About The Position

The staff accountant prepares, analyzes, and reviews financial statements and activities using accounting principles and assists with budget and close processes, conducts internal audits and ensures proper documentation to track accounts payable. #INDSJ

Requirements

• The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree, 1-2 years previous accounting or related experience, and be legally eligible to work in the US.
• A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment is needed.
• Outstanding relationship management skills and excellent listening, communication and problem solving skills are expected.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and a strong background with Excel is required.
• Positive team-oriented individual who is resourceful, self-motivated, a hard worker, adaptable and results oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information

Responsibilities

• Manages records of account entries by compiling and analyzing accounting activities.
• Maintains and prepares financial statements and other documents regarding the divisions financial position in order to provide reports and audits when needed.
• Reviews financial statements for completeness, accuracy and compliance with all accounting standards.
• Completes the entry of payroll change requests to keep up with staffing changes throughout the division.
• Contributes to the development and review of annual budgets and performance projections to help increase company growth.
• Monitors policies and procedures per assigned market area and suggests improvements for reporting and recording to meet business needs.
• Supports the Division Controller, Assistant Division Controller and Operations Management to successfully and efficiently complete financial projects.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees