Assistant Controller
At a glance
Junior Accounting role at Waste Connections. 5311H-Denver Hauling · full-time · $80,000–$100,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run month-end close for assigned locations and turn the results into financial statements
- Check general ledger balances, explain major gaps against plans, and prepare a fresh three-month forecast each month
- Assess rates and share financial findings with operating teams
- Keep accounting information moving between remote sites and corporate systems, while supporting SOX reviews
- Help build the annual budget and teach non-finance staff about controls, procedures, and financial statements
What you bring
- You have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- You bring at least two years of accounting experience
- You can work confidently in Excel and accounting systems
Who this fits
This role suits an early-career accounting professional looking to grow toward a District Controller position. It is based in Denver, Colorado.
From the employer
Assistant Controller
Waste Connections of Colorado
📍 Location: Denver, CO
💰 Pay Range: $80,000 - 100,000 + Bonus potential
Waste Connections is hiring!
Are you a driven accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? Waste Connections is seeking a high-energy Assistant Controller to join our team. This role is designed as a stepping stone to a District Controller position at one of our many locations nationwide.
Why Join Us?
✅ Competitive Pay & Bonuses
✅ Career Growth – We invest in YOU by providing training & advancement opportunities
✅ Excellent Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 5% 401(k) match for retirement savings
- Paid time off and holidays
✅ A Strong Company Culture – We value integrity, teamwork, and a great work environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead monthly financial close processes and prepare financial statements for assigned operating locations.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy.
- Analyze and report significant financial variances against budget and forecast.
- Prepare and present a rolling three-month financial forecast each month.
- Conduct rate analysis and provide strategic financial insights.
- Communicate financial information effectively with operational teams.
- Manage accounting data flow between remote facilities and corporate systems.
- Support quarterly Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal reviews.
- Participate in annual budgeting and financial planning processes.
- Train non-financial staff on internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial statement interpretation.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience (public accounting experience preferred).
- CPA or other professional certifications are a strong plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
🚛 We Keep Our Promises!
At Waste Connections, we believe in empowering our employees. Our culture is built on respect, reliability, and integrity—when we say we’ll do something, we follow through!
Ready to Join Our Team?
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Waste Connections!
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.