Corporate Controller at Capital Waste Services LLC

Columbia, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Financial Reporting, GAAP Compliance, Internal Controls, P&L Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, ERP Systems, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Management, Financial Analysis, Multi-Entity Operations, Audit Coordination, Risk Management, M&A Activity

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description About Capital Waste Services Capital Waste Services (CWS) is a growing, multi-location environmental services company committed to delivering reliable, customer-focused waste collection solutions. Our continued growth requires strong financial leadership, disciplined accounting processes, and scalable systems to support operations across multiple entities and states. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Position Summary The Corporate Controller is the senior leader responsible for all corporate accounting operations and financial reporting for Capital Waste Services. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role owns the integrity of the company’s financial statements, balance sheet discipline, and close processes, while building a scalable accounting organization to support continued growth. This position transitions the scope of the former VP of Accounting role into a more hands-on, operationally focused leadership role. The Corporate Controller remains a key business partner to executive leadership while maintaining direct involvement in day-to-day accounting execution. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Accounting Leadership & Operations Lead and oversee all corporate accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and revenue recognition Maintain full ownership of the company’s P&L and balance sheet from an accounting and reporting perspective Establish, document, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Lead and develop a growing accounting team, including Accounting Managers, Accountants, and AP staff Financial Reporting & Close Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and GAAP compliance Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and management reporting packages Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong balance sheet discipline Coordinate external audits and serve as the primary accounting liaison for auditors Controls, Compliance & Risk Management Design, implement, and monitor robust internal control frameworks Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements Support audit remediation efforts and continuous improvement of control environments Oversee accounting compliance for multi-entity, multi-state operations Systems & Process Improvement Serve as accounting owner or key leader for ERP and financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, BlackLine) Optimize chart of accounts, workflows, reconciliations, and reporting structures Lead initiatives to standardize accounting practices across entities and locations Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability Strategic & Cross-Functional Partnership Partner closely with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial strategy Support executive decision-making through financial analysis and insight Collaborate with Operations, HR, and IT leaders on business initiatives, integrations, and system implementations Provide accounting leadership for acquisitions, integrations, and special projects _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s degree preferred) 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level leadership Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls Proven experience owning a full P&L and leading complex close processes Experience managing accounting teams in a multi-entity or multi-location environment Preferred Experience in environmental services, transportation, industrial, or service-based industries ERP implementation or optimization experience (NetSuite preferred) Experience with BlackLine or similar reconciliation tools Experience supporting M&A activity, integrations, or private-equity-backed organizations CPA Preferred but not required _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Leadership Competencies Hands-on, detail-oriented leadership style with strategic perspective Strong people leadership and team development capabilities High level of accountability, ownership, and integrity Ability to communicate effectively with executives and cross-functional leaders Proactive problem-solver with a continuous-improvement mindset Why Join Capital Waste Services High-impact leadership role with direct visibility to the CFO and executive team Opportunity to build and scale best-in-class accounting processes Growing organization with long-term career potential Competitive compensation and benefits

Responsibilities

The Corporate Controller leads all corporate accounting functions and financial reporting for Capital Waste Services, ensuring the integrity of financial statements and compliance with accounting standards. This role also involves developing a scalable accounting organization to support the company's growth.