GROW WITH US As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.
We encourage Recology employees to
G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:
- Giving Back to our communities.
- Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
- Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
- Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.
You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Assistant Group Controller ROLE Manages the accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions for multiple operating companies. Serves as accounting & finance liaison among local subsidiaries General Managers, Group Manager, municipalities, and Recology corporate headquarters.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF GROUP CONTROLLER - Responsible for overseeing all accounting functions for the region such as accounts receivable, billing, payroll, and purchasing.
- Contributes to the formation and directs the implementation of local internal accounting controls.
- Oversees the monthly close process and related financial statements.
- Assists Group and General Managers in ascertaining acceptable operating efficiency and profitability levels and is a supportive business partner for the group.
- Participates in governmental rate-setting process, including being functionally responsible for data management related to the entire rate regulatory process; develops dynamic rate models to accommodate various methodologies and scenarios; oversees the implementation of new rates, which may include working with IT personnel to design, test and verify new structures in the system.
- Oversees the regulatory reporting to various governmental entities.
- Complete ad hoc analysis and/or ongoing variance analysis, and reporting.
- Under the guidance of the Group Controller, develops financial models and projections for bids, RFPs, contract renewals, and union negotiations; review of contract language for financial component of leases, etc.
- Prepares annual budgets for regional subsidiaries in conjunction with General Managers and staff.
- Manage the regional subsidiaries' financial audit process.
- Performs special projects, such as analyzing various components of a company's activities.
- Prepares and reviews property tax reports, and special government reports.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
- Related management experience in public or industry accounting including supervisory experience with a proven ability to effectively motivate and mentor employees.
- Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in position related area including detailed knowledge of accounting theory and practices, expert knowledge of general accounting practices (GAAP) and related applications, and detailed knowledge of financial analysis and theory.
- Current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
- Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
- Supervisory techniques, resource allocation, planning and budgeting.
- Computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications and using data to inform and set priorities and identify challenges/opportunities (i.e., strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including but not limited to, formula calculations, pivot tables and other advanced analytical techniques).
- Bachelor's degree.
- Current CPA License and/or MBA preferred.
- Valid Driver's License.
Skill and/or Ability to: - Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
- Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
- Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
- Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
- Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
- Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
- Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
- Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
- Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.
- Motivates and empowers others to achieve objectives and to develop a culture where employees feel ownership in what they do.
- Attracts, develops and retains good people; allows opportunities for self and others to reach their full potential; builds and shares knowledge and expertise.
- Listens to and builds customer relationships; increases customer satisfaction and ensures commitments are met.
RECOLOGY OFFERS: - An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
- The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
- A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
- An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
- Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.
RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE: - Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
- Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
- Annual wellness incentives.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Educational assistance.
- Commuting benefits.
- Employee referral program.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.
Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.
