Financial Analyst II, External Reporting

Waste Management is seeking a Financial Analyst II for External Reporting in Houston, TX. This role involves drafting SEC filings, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and collaborating with various business areas. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field and at least three years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC regulations is required. CPA preferred but not mandatory.
Job Description

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

As the Financial Analyst II - External Reporting, you will be part of a dynamic team where you can add value but also learn, develop, and move forward in your career! This is a key role as you will work with a variety of business areas, develop partnerships with business leaders, and make an impact with your solid accounting skills.

The position of Financial Analyst II is located in our Houston, TX Corporate office and reports to the Sr Manager, External Reporting.

I. Job Summary

The Financial Analyst II will be a key member of the Director, External Reporting & Technical Accounting's organization and will complement the department's other accounting resources. The position requires a general understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("US GAAP") and SEC regulations.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
• Assist with drafting of financial statements and footnote disclosures for SEC filings. Coordinate efforts with internal departments and external groups to gather financial and non-financial information for use in SEC filings.
• Knowledge of equity-based compensation, segment reporting, earnings per share, lease accounting (under ASC 842), revenue recognition (under ASC 606), debt and derivatives.
• Assist with monthly preparation of the Statement of Cash Flows.
• Ensure compliance with SEC XBRL filing requirements.
• Research, interpret and communicate US GAAP and SEC regulations. Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards, including developing accounting policies and procedures and financial disclosures.
• Assist with evaluating the accounting consequences of potential transactions and provide input and suggestions to planned and proposed agreements, as requested.
• Coordinate with our external auditors to ensure timely completion of our quarterly review and annual audit.
• Coordinate the financial reporting for employee benefit plans and captive insurance companies.
• Assist with the maintenance and application of internal controls; and oversee special projects within the Accounting function, as needed.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory duties.

IV. Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience
• Education: Bachelor's degree (accredited), or equivalent experience, in Accounting, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience: 3 (Three) plus years of relevant, progressive experience with preference in public accounting.

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
• CPA is preferred, but not required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
• General understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and SEC regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; and exceptional business acumen.
• Must be local to Houston area, no relocations.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

V. 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.

Normal setting for this job is: office setting/hybrid.

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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About Us

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America - where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

About the Team

What is the value of a WM job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family - from benefits, to resources and engagement activities.

We are People First. We are Committed to Your Growth. We Are Investing in You. We are a Family. We are Stable. We are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.