Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Area Controller
Lead area finance, oversee month‑end close, controls, reporting and a high‑performing accounting team.
Job Highlights
About the Role
As the Area Controller, you will be the financial leader for your assigned Area and act as a strategic partner to the Area Finance Director. This role goes beyond number‑crunching to shape insights that drive business decisions, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and lead a high‑performing accounting team. You will oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance, and champion process innovation to deliver real business impact. • Own month‑end close, completing the close in 5 days and delivering accurate reports. • Ensure GAAP compliance and strengthen internal financial controls, including SOX. • Identify and implement automation and process‑improvement opportunities. • Lead system implementations for new sites and manage change initiatives. • Oversee financial integration of acquisitions. • Supervise preparation of financial statements and reports, ensuring quality and timeliness. • Review monthly balance‑sheet reconciliations and perform area balance‑sheet analysis. • Build, develop, and mentor a high‑performing accounting team of 7‑10 staff. • Serve as the go‑to expert for audits, SOX, GAAP, and municipal contract accounting. • Partner with operations to deliver actionable financial insights.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸month-end close
- ▸gaap compliance
- ▸automation
- ▸system implementation
- ▸acquisition integration
- ▸financial reporting
What You Bring
WM is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fair hiring practices in the United States and Canada, and offers accommodations for candidates who need them. Candidates must possess or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel and access to federal property. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred. • 8+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, preferably in a public company or public accounting. • Strong technical expertise in GAAP, SOX, and financial systems. • Proven leadership ability to inspire, coach, and develop talent. • Analytical mindset with excellent communication and presentation skills. • Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, changing environments; up to 10% travel. • Deep knowledge of the monthly accounting cycle and best practices.
Requirements
- ▸cpa
- ▸8+ years
- ▸gaap
- ▸sox
- ▸leadership
- ▸analytical
Benefits
The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with a base salary range of $119,500 to $169,510, complemented by a bonus plan and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and RRSP matching. Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, and ample opportunities for growth and leadership development are also provided. • Competitive base salary $119,500‑$169,510 plus bonus eligibility. • Medical, dental, vision coverage and RRSP match. • Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, and growth opportunities.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time