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District Accountant

Waste Connections

Blenheim, Canada

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Posted: 22 hours ago

Job Description

**WHY CHOOSE US:**

We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. Weu2019re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

**GENERAL DESCRIPTION:**

Waste Connections of Canada is looking for a safety inclined, energetic, autonomous, and proactive team player who is capable of making a difference in his/her team and community. We have an immediate opening for a District Accountant for our Blenheim, Ontario district.

As a District Accountant at Waste Connections of Canada, you will be involved with every piece of the accounting cycle. You will support the District Controller in daily accounting tasks in addition to monthly reporting and special projects.

You will interact with employees from all aspects of the business including Operations, Sales, Dispatch, Customer Service, and Maintenance. Your success within the role is reliant on an ambitious work ethic, excellent communication and the ability to problem-solve. The key to Waste Connectionsu2019 continued growth and success is sourcing, developing, and promoting individuals who meet these expectations.

As a District Accountant with us, the minimum responsibilities are:

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Coordinate month-end district close process including billing, preparing key journal entries

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Prepare monthly operational and financial reports used for month end and forecast analysis

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Assist the Controller in annual budget preparations

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Review and approve various items in TRUX system such as cash and adjustment entries entered by Accounts Receivable

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Perform cash reconciliations for various payment types including bank reconciliation, intercompany cash payments, and internet bank payments

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Prepare district quarterly and annual reporting packages, including reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and analysis of key balance sheet sections

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Co-ordinate Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as well as other departments involved in admin processes to ensure sound full cycle accounting process

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Reconcile accounts payable as well as accounts receivable balances as needed

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Assist in annual greenhouse gas emissions reporting

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Assist in containers & rolling stock inventory audits (physical count not required by the candidate)

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Act as a backup for cash entry and accounts payable



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Participate in implementing and maintaining internal control and reporting processes

**WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:**

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Minimum 1 year of accounting experience

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Bachelor''s degree, Business or Accounting Preferred

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Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

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Highly organized with attention to detail

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Ability to meet tight deadlines and navigate multiple priorities

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Intermediate skills in MS Excel

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Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements

**WHAT YOUu2019LL GET FROM US:**

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Competitive Wages

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Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future

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Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision

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Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

_We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

_Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance._
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