Assistant Controller

Waste Connections is seeking an Assistant Controller in Lafayette, LA. The role involves financial close functions, budget preparation, and managing accounting data. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 1-3 years of relevant experience. The position requires relocation after an 18-24 month training period. Strong communication and Excel skills are essential. This is a full-time position with no remote work option.
We have a position available for an Assistant Controller. This position would require that you relocate to another one of our locations after a 18 - 24 month training period.

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Responsibilities include:
• Performing monthly financial close functions through preparation of financial statements for each operating location
• Reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Preparation of annual financial budgets
• Preparation of detailed budget, income or expenditure reports
• Completion of monthly financial projection analysis
• Rate analysis and review
• Managing flow of accounting data to/from remote facilities
• Evaluating and assessing internal controls and operating results including analysis of budget to actual results; presents cost reduction recommendations to management
• Providing training to non-financial personnel on internal control compliance and accounting procedures
• Special projects as assigned

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 12 credit hours accounting coursework is absolutely required, Master preferred
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Must have 1-3 years of experience as either a senior accountant or assistant controller role
• MUST be willing to relocate with 18 – 24 months
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple priorities
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel and related accounting business systems

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.