Controller - Waste Industry - Sunny Tampa, Florida

Waste Pro USA Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Pro USA Inc. in Tampa, FL, is seeking a Divisional Controller to partner with local and corporate teams to lead the financial direction of the Tampa Bay division.

You will oversee accounting, reporting, profitability analysis, and proforma modeling for growth initiatives. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and a collaborative, results-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree (BS, BA, or BBA) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• At least 10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including a minimum of 3 years working directly in the waste industry.
• Accounting Expertise. Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strategic Mindset. Ability to navigate complex, fast-paced situations while balancing strategic goals and day-to-day priorities.
• Collaborative Independence. A high degree of self-direction paired with a team-first attitude, thriving cross-functionally in a matrix organization.
• Core Skills. Proven analytical, negotiation, and implementation abilities, along with strong project management and clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Tech Savvy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and hands-on familiarity with financial/accounting/HRIS systems (such as DSL-Solomon, Dossier, Tower, SAP, Great Plains, PeopleSoft, or Ceridian) as well as reporting tools (Crystal Reports, FRx, and ERP platforms).
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50% within your assigned Region.

Responsibilities

• Lead Divisional Finances. Partner with the Regional Vice President and Division Manager, the Regional Controller, and corporate leadership to guide the financial direction of your territory.
• Advise on Business Strategy. Collaborate with the Regional/Divisional Vice President (RVP) and local managers on key performance drivers, including costs, pricing, margin analysis, capital expenditures, and reporting.
• Deliver Actionable Insights. Conduct timely analyses (such as AR Aging) and keep leadership informed on operating results, budgets, variances, and opportunities for cost savings and profit growth.
• Drive Profitability. Track performance against budget plans and evaluate ROI, offering practical course corrections to boost profitability whenever needed.
• Uphold Standards & Compliance. Keep our financial operations running smoothly and accurately in line with US GAAP, corporate finance policies, internal controls, and reporting standards.
• Manage Financial Reporting. Coordinate the preparation, consolidation, and review of financial data for periodic and annual statements across the division.
• Leverage Financial Tech. Use accounting and automation tools (such as Solomon and Dossier) to prepare, maintain, and share accurate financial data.
• Support Sales Growth. Team up with divisional sales teams by building profitability models, proformas, pricing analyses, and quantitative packages for RFP responses.
• Support Mergers & Acquisitions. Take an active role in M&A due diligence, data management, proforma modeling, and post-closing integration.
• Champion Efficiency. Continuously look for and implement smart cost-reduction and profit-improvement strategies.

Skills

Financial leadership

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Profitability analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Solomon

Dossier

Tower

SAP

Great Plains

PeopleSoft

Ceridian

Crystal Reports

FRx

Job description

#31157

Tampa, Florida, United States

Waste Pro of Florida

Summary

About Waste Pro

At Waste Pro USA, we are transforming waste and recycling into a values-driven, community-first service across the southern United States. Our hands-on, decentralized structure empowers local leaders to stay nimble and make a real impact in the neighborhoods we serve. You will join a supportive culture built on integrity and long-term growth, backed by competitive pay, performance incentives, and one of the best benefits packages in the industry.

About the Area

Based in sunny Tampa, Florida, this role puts you at the heart of the vibrant Suncoast—famous for its world-class Gulf Coast beaches, waterfront dining, and year-round outdoor lifestyle. Beyond its natural beauty, Tampa Bay is one of the fastest-growing commercial and residential hubs in the nation. For a strategic finance leader, that means an exciting, high-momentum market with endless opportunities to shape our regional growth.

About the Role

As our Divisional Controller, you will be a key financial partner supporting multiple facilities across the Tampa Bay division. You will oversee general accounting, financial productivity, and profitability analysis while serving as a vital bridge between our local teams and Corporate Finance/Accounting. Working closely with the management team, you will use your financial and economic insights to evaluate operating data, spot business trends, build proformas, and play an active part in mergers and acquisitions.

What You’ll Do (Essential Job Functions)

• Lead Divisional Finances. Partner with the Regional Vice President and Division Manager, the Regional Controller, and corporate leadership to guide the financial direction of your territory.


• Advise on Business Strategy. Collaborate with the Regional/Divisional Vice President (RVP) and local managers on key performance drivers, including costs, pricing, margin analysis, capital expenditures, and reporting.


• Deliver Actionable Insights. Conduct timely analyses (such as AR Aging) and keep leadership informed on operating results, budgets, variances, and opportunities for cost savings and profit growth.


• Drive Profitability. Track performance against budget plans and evaluate ROI, offering practical course corrections to boost profitability whenever needed.


• Uphold Standards & Compliance. Keep our financial operations running smoothly and accurately in line with US GAAP, corporate finance policies, internal controls, and reporting standards.


• Manage Financial Reporting. Coordinate the preparation, consolidation, and review of financial data for periodic and annual statements across the division.


• Leverage Financial Tech. Use accounting and automation tools (such as Solomon and Dossier) to prepare, maintain, and share accurate financial data.


• Support Sales Growth. Team up with divisional sales teams by building profitability models, proformas, pricing analyses, and quantitative packages for RFP responses.


• Support Mergers & Acquisitions. Take an active role in M&A due diligence, data management, proforma modeling, and post-closing integration.


• Champion Efficiency. Continuously look for and implement smart cost-reduction and profit-improvement strategies.

CDL Required

No CDL Required

Additional Responsibilities

• Continuous Learning. Participate in company-sponsored training courses as assigned to keep growing your skills.


• Technology Adoption. Stay up to date on current technology and tools used across Waste Pro USA.


• Team Support. Jump in on additional projects or duties as needed by your supervisor.

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree (BS, BA, or BBA) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.


• At least 10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including a minimum of 3 years working directly in the waste industry.


• Accounting Expertise. Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP.


• Strategic Mindset. The ability to navigate complex, fast-paced situations while balancing strategic goals and day-to-day priorities.


• Collaborative Independence. A high degree of self-direction paired with a team-first attitude, thriving cross-functionally in a matrix organization.


• Core Skills. Proven analytical, negotiation, and implementation abilities, along with strong project management and clear verbal and written communication skills.


• Tech Savvy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and hands‑on familiarity with financial/accounting/HRIS systems (such as DSL-Solomon, Dossier, Tower, SAP, Great Plains, PeopleSoft, or Ceridian) as well as reporting tools (Crystal Reports, FRx, and ERP platforms).


• Personal Values. Uncompromising personal integrity and ethics, alongside a commitment to quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.


• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50% within your assigned Region.

Work Environment & Physical Considerations

• You will primarily work in a standard office environment.


• Physical Requirements. This is a sedentary-to-light role that involves regular computer use (keyboarding), operating office equipment, and driving. It occasionally requires lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling light objects under 25 pounds.


• Equal Opportunity & Accommodations. Waste Pro USA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.