Divisional Controller: Strategic Finance Leader (Waste)

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

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.