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 Accounting or Finance (required) 
• Waste & Recycling Industry experience 
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience 
• Prior experience supervising direct reports 
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting 
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, variance analysis, and cost control 
• Proficient in MS Office, especially advanced Excel 
• Experience in manufacturing, recycling, or services industries a plus 
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time 
• Medical, dental, vision  
• Voluntary life and short-term disability insurance 
• 401(k) with company match 
• Company-sponsored life and AD&D insurance