Assistant Division Controller

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

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

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Division Controller in New Hampshire to oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensure GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and drive profitability enhancements across business units.

The role supports budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while maintaining internal controls and asset protection. Collaboration with multiple departments and locations is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 3 years accounting experience.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Strong listening, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to team objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Division Controller with the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and filings in compliance with GAAP principles and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Complete budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis processes and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Administer internal controls and audits of policies and procedures to preserve assets.
• Report on results of operations and maintain compliance with company policies.
• Interact with marketing, operations, sales, maintenance, safety and administration.
• Assist in administering daily accounting functions at various operating locations.
• Participate in training and other opportunities to expand knowledge and support company vision.

Skills

GAAP Knowledge

SOX compliance

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Division Controller is responsible for the functional aspects of the monthly financial close, reconciliation process and Sarbanes Oxley controls. This role also is involved in the business analysis and projects designed to enhance the profitability of the business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Division Controller with the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes.
• Prepares financial statements and filings in compliance with GAAP principles and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Completes budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis processes and ensures compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Administers internal controls and audits of policies and procedures meant to preserve the division’s assets.
• Reports on results of operations and maintains compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Interacts with persons in all areas of the business including marketing, operations, sales, maintenance, safety and administration.
• Assists in administering the daily accounting functions at various operating locations.
• 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.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 3 years accounting experience, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Excellent listening, communication and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, the ability to work independently and contribute to broader team objectives are necessary. Strong financial and analytical skills, and effective organizational and time management skills are expected.

Attributes

Analytical, team-oriented individual who is attentive to detail, hard worker, creative, trustworthy, adaptable and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

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.