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The Regional Controller oversees the operations of the Region’s accounting functions, manages accounting records, and ensures all financial reports are completed and issued on time, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and that they fairly and accurately reflect the company’s current financial standing. Ensuring the best decisions are made on behalf of the company, the incumbent works with the Regional Vice President, other regional teams, as well as company leaders to review regional and individual market area performance and identify opportunities for improvement. This position oversees acquisition activity within the region providing guidance in a smooth financial and operational transition to Casella systems ensuring accuracy in the interim financial activity from legacy systems.

• Manages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for accurate accounting of consolidated business results and proper execution of business plans.
• Establishes, monitors, and enforces internal controls to protect company assets to ensure productivity within the department.
• Provides management with financial information vital to the decision-making process.
• Evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting software utilized in daily operations and makes suggestions for improvements.
• Assesses current accounting operations, offers recommendations for improvement, and follows through with implementation, training, and goals.
• Recommends benchmarks to measure the performance of company operations against.
• Produces financial analyses as needed, particularly for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
• Provides financial support to the Regional staff for analysis and tracking of divisional performance and improved support.
• Oversees Forecasting and Budgeting of divisions within the Region to meet company objectives and identify areas needing additional support and suggestions for improving performance.
• Engages in the training, hiring, and retaining of skilled accounting staff.
• Guides the acquisition process, primarily as it relates to financial, billing and system integration for accurate interim reporting, compliance with purchase agreements, and integration to Casella Systems.
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills by following all applicable federal, state and company policies, communicating clear goals, coaching team members on achieving goals, providing development opportunities to ensure employees attain the necessary skills to obtain results, organizing team initiatives.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company and its products and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or other relevant field, 8-10 years of accounting experience, and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment. Although not required, a master’s degree in accounting, finance or another relevant degree and experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field are preferred.

Proven ability to think strategically and create complex financial models is essential. Outstanding relationship management skills, excellent listening, communication skills and great organizational and prioritization skills are required. A demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and experience with NetSuite or similar financial ERP systems are desired. A strong understanding of GAAP regulations and excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes are necessary.

Highly detail-oriented, organized, team-oriented individual who can build relationships, support others, is an analytical thinker, has strong problem-solving skills and is results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability Insurance, Paid Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Stock Purchase Program, 401K, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Pathway Programs, and much more!