Interstate Waste Services, Inc.
Overview
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services. We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Connecticut, with a landfill located in Ohio. The company focuses on high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, prioritizing employee safety, customer safety and environmental safety. The Staff Accountant will support the Accounting Manager in managing the financial operations of our waste management business unit. Base pay range : $65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Location: Teaneck, NJ (with potential involvement in related regions as needed). Responsibilities
Financial Analysis: Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly profit and loss (P&L) statements. Review financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Provide insights and recommendations to support financial decision-making. Lease Accounting: Support the Accounting Manager in managing accounting for operating and finance leases. Ensure compliance with ASC 842 and other relevant standards. Track lease-related transactions, including liabilities and right-of-use assets. Prepare and review lease amortization schedules. Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepaid Expenses: Manage prepaid expenses by recording, tracking, and amortizing prepaid costs. Ensure accurate and timely recognition of expenses in the financial statements. Accounting Support: Assist the Accounting Manager with full-cycle accounting duties, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, and supporting month-end close processes. Financial Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies. Generate and distribute financial reports as needed. Audit Preparation: Help prepare schedules and documentation for internal and external audits. Support the Accounting Manager in addressing auditor inquiries and implementing recommended improvements. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in accounting procedures. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with other departments to gather necessary financial information and ensure accurate accounting treatment of transactions. Collaborate with procurement and legal teams on lease documentation and other financial matters. Adaptability and Learning: Take initiative to learn and develop new skills to support evolving business needs. Be prepared to take on new tasks as they arise. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Experience: 2-4 years of accounting experience is required; experience in the waste management industry is strongly preferred. Technical Skills: Proficiency in general ledger systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus. Understanding of GAAP and regulatory requirements related to the waste management industry. Experience with lease accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and prepaid expense management. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively. Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), with advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP) preferred. Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork & Independence: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Capable of supporting the Accounting Manager and collaborating with other departments effectively. Additional Information
This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice. Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Salary Range Minimum: USD $65,000.00/Yr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $75,000.00/Yr.
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Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services. We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Connecticut, with a landfill located in Ohio. The company focuses on high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, prioritizing employee safety, customer safety and environmental safety. The Staff Accountant will support the Accounting Manager in managing the financial operations of our waste management business unit. Base pay range : $65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Location: Teaneck, NJ (with potential involvement in related regions as needed). Responsibilities
Financial Analysis: Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly profit and loss (P&L) statements. Review financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Provide insights and recommendations to support financial decision-making. Lease Accounting: Support the Accounting Manager in managing accounting for operating and finance leases. Ensure compliance with ASC 842 and other relevant standards. Track lease-related transactions, including liabilities and right-of-use assets. Prepare and review lease amortization schedules. Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepaid Expenses: Manage prepaid expenses by recording, tracking, and amortizing prepaid costs. Ensure accurate and timely recognition of expenses in the financial statements. Accounting Support: Assist the Accounting Manager with full-cycle accounting duties, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, and supporting month-end close processes. Financial Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies. Generate and distribute financial reports as needed. Audit Preparation: Help prepare schedules and documentation for internal and external audits. Support the Accounting Manager in addressing auditor inquiries and implementing recommended improvements. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in accounting procedures. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with other departments to gather necessary financial information and ensure accurate accounting treatment of transactions. Collaborate with procurement and legal teams on lease documentation and other financial matters. Adaptability and Learning: Take initiative to learn and develop new skills to support evolving business needs. Be prepared to take on new tasks as they arise. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Experience: 2-4 years of accounting experience is required; experience in the waste management industry is strongly preferred. Technical Skills: Proficiency in general ledger systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus. Understanding of GAAP and regulatory requirements related to the waste management industry. Experience with lease accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and prepaid expense management. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively. Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), with advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP) preferred. Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork & Independence: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Capable of supporting the Accounting Manager and collaborating with other departments effectively. Additional Information
This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice. Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Salary Range Minimum: USD $65,000.00/Yr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $75,000.00/Yr.
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