Accounting Analyst I, Finance Green Team

Lensa is hiring an Accounting Analyst I for WM, based in Salt Lake City, UT. This hybrid role involves providing accounting support across various finance functions, performing month-end close activities, and preparing financial reports. Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and one year of relevant work experience. The position requires in-office work Monday to Thursday and remote work on Fridays, with infrequent travel expected.
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I. Job Summary

The Accounting Analyst I will provide accounting and finance coverage for all WM Area Finance/Accounting teams and Corporate Finance/Accounting departments (i.e. finance, accounting, internal audit, treasury). The analyst will be assigned to support projects and assignments across a variety of Finance functions.

This role is a hybrid role based in the US, working at the nearest WM office which will require working in the office Mondays – Thursdays and remote on Fridays.

II. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
• Performs month-end close activities for assigned areas of responsibility including preparing journal entries for entry into the general ledger.
• Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy; Prepares monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and adequately documents conclusions.
• Prepares basic financial reports in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in a satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines.
• Participates in monthly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports.
• Assists with the maintenance and application of internal controls. Executes internal controls responsibilities timely and accurately.
• Performs simple financial projects on an ad hoc basis.
• Monitors key financial performance measures.

III. Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
• Education and Experience
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, high School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Experience: One (1) year of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
• None required.
• Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
• General understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and SEC regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Travel: Infrequent travel (Up to10%)
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

IV. Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely.
• Normal setting for this job is: office setting/hybrid.

The expected salary range for this position across the U.S. is $65,000 to $80,000. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran