District Controller
Top Benefits
About the role
Why Choose Us
We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
General Description
As a District Controller you will become an expert in our entire accounting cycle. You will lead a local team and perform daily accounting tasks, in addition to monthly forecasting, the annual budget, and special projects. You will partner with our operations-based District Managers to provide financial advice and assist in evaluating their business decisions. You will interact with employees across all Departments including Operations, Sales, and Customer Service. Your success within the role is reliant on an ambitious work ethic, excellent communication, and the ability to problem-solve. The key to Waste Connections’ continued growth and success is sourcing, developing, and promoting individuals who meet these expectations.
As a District Controller with us, the minimum responsibilities are:
Performing monthly financial close functions through preparation of financial statements Reconciliation of all general ledger accounts Completion of monthly financial projection analysis Monthly narrative analysis of significant financial variances to budget and forecast Effective ongoing communication of financial related information to business counterparts Planning and participating in the annual financial budget process Prepare all capital purchase requests for the district, including preparation of all support documents Implement and maintain required internal controls Implement and maintain regular reporting processes to support operations Coordinating and performing Inventory counts – Rolling Stock, Container, and Truck Shop inventory Providing training to non-financial personnel on internal control compliance, accounting procedures and financial statement review Special projects as assigned.
What We Need From You
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics. CPA Certification 4-7 Years of accounting experience in a similar role High degree of business acumen Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications. Analytical thinking and attention to detail. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Must be a self-starter with the initiative to learn and a great work ethic
What You’ll Get From Us
Competitive Wages ($110,000 - $125,000 annually, plus bonus) Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistant Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Waste Connections of Canada may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for its positions but final hiring decisions are made with human oversight.
Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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About Waste Connections of Canada
Waste Connections of Canada (formerly Progressive Waste Solutions) is one of Canada’s largest full-service, vertically integrated waste management companies, providing non-hazardous solid waste collection, recycling and landfill disposal services to commercial, industrial, municipal and residential customers. In 2016, we merged with Waste Connections, Inc., becoming the third largest solid waste management company in North America with a network of operations in 39 states, six provinces and the District of Columbia.
At Waste Connections of Canada, we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to creating a more sustainable future. Our environmental practices and technologies provide benefits including: organized, timely and safe waste removal from residential and business communities; diversion of waste from our landfills through our recycling facilities; and energy capture of landfill gases for productive use.
Beyond meeting and exceeding regulatory expectations, we work constantly to identify best management practices that promote environmental sustainability. In all of our communities, this means engaging with regulators, engineers and industry experts to learn about and implement new waste management technologies.
On a daily basis, we help homes and businesses come up with smart solutions for all of their waste needs.
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District Controller
Top Benefits
About the role
Why Choose Us
We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
General Description
As a District Controller you will become an expert in our entire accounting cycle. You will lead a local team and perform daily accounting tasks, in addition to monthly forecasting, the annual budget, and special projects. You will partner with our operations-based District Managers to provide financial advice and assist in evaluating their business decisions. You will interact with employees across all Departments including Operations, Sales, and Customer Service. Your success within the role is reliant on an ambitious work ethic, excellent communication, and the ability to problem-solve. The key to Waste Connections’ continued growth and success is sourcing, developing, and promoting individuals who meet these expectations.
As a District Controller with us, the minimum responsibilities are:
Performing monthly financial close functions through preparation of financial statements Reconciliation of all general ledger accounts Completion of monthly financial projection analysis Monthly narrative analysis of significant financial variances to budget and forecast Effective ongoing communication of financial related information to business counterparts Planning and participating in the annual financial budget process Prepare all capital purchase requests for the district, including preparation of all support documents Implement and maintain required internal controls Implement and maintain regular reporting processes to support operations Coordinating and performing Inventory counts – Rolling Stock, Container, and Truck Shop inventory Providing training to non-financial personnel on internal control compliance, accounting procedures and financial statement review Special projects as assigned.
What We Need From You
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics. CPA Certification 4-7 Years of accounting experience in a similar role High degree of business acumen Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications. Analytical thinking and attention to detail. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Must be a self-starter with the initiative to learn and a great work ethic
What You’ll Get From Us
Competitive Wages ($110,000 - $125,000 annually, plus bonus) Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistant Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Waste Connections of Canada may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for its positions but final hiring decisions are made with human oversight.
Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Not the right fit? Search for District Controller jobs in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
About Waste Connections of Canada
Waste Connections of Canada (formerly Progressive Waste Solutions) is one of Canada’s largest full-service, vertically integrated waste management companies, providing non-hazardous solid waste collection, recycling and landfill disposal services to commercial, industrial, municipal and residential customers. In 2016, we merged with Waste Connections, Inc., becoming the third largest solid waste management company in North America with a network of operations in 39 states, six provinces and the District of Columbia.
At Waste Connections of Canada, we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to creating a more sustainable future. Our environmental practices and technologies provide benefits including: organized, timely and safe waste removal from residential and business communities; diversion of waste from our landfills through our recycling facilities; and energy capture of landfill gases for productive use.
Beyond meeting and exceeding regulatory expectations, we work constantly to identify best management practices that promote environmental sustainability. In all of our communities, this means engaging with regulators, engineers and industry experts to learn about and implement new waste management technologies.
On a daily basis, we help homes and businesses come up with smart solutions for all of their waste needs.