Senior Accountant
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
The accounting division for a family-owned group of waste disposal and recycling companies is hiring a Senior Accountant . Operating since 1976, our businesses span six states and serve growing metropolitan areas including Chicago, Memphis, Clearwater, Orlando, and San Antonio.
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead accounting operations across multiple locations. This role combines hands-on financial work with staff leadership and collaboration with ownership — perfect for someone who thrives on managing people and processes while driving financial performance.
Key Responsibilities- Lead month-end close and review financial statements
- Supervise and develop accounting staff; conduct performance reviews and training
- Manage accounting workflows, staffing, and cross-training
- Analyze trends, variances, and develop cost-reduction strategies
- Oversee budgets, forecasting, and special projects
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures
- Waste & recycling industry experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Prior experience supervising direct reports
- Strong understanding of inventory accounting, budgeting, and variance analysis
- Proficient in MS Office, especially advanced Excel
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- Voluntary life and short-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
Why Join Us: Lead accounting for a stable, multi-state, family-owned organization where your decisions directly impact operational success.
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