Controller

Job description

Description The accounting division for a family of privately owned waste disposal and recycling companies is hiring for a Controller . Operating since 1976, our businesses span six states and serve rapidly growing metropolitan areas, including Chicago, Memphis, Clearwater, Orlando, and San Antonio. We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Controller to lead accounting operations across multiple recycling locations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on financial work, managing staff, and collaborating closely with ownership. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee and manage accounting checklists for daily/weekly/monthly accounting work. - Conduct month-end close and review financial statements - Supervise and develop office accounting staff - Conduct performance reviews - Train new team members - Support departmental hiring - Measuring workload/workflow and have cross training for proper staffing size - Ensure compliance with internal procedures and duties - Analyze trends and variances; develop cost-reduction strategies - Manage budgets and forecasting for assigned locations - Support special projects as assigned by management Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in...