Financial Controller
5 days ago
Abilene
Job DescriptionSalary: $80,000-$115,000 Job Purpose The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations across County Waste Service, including accounting accuracy, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The primary goal for this role is to ensure the integrity of all financial data, maintain strong internal controls, support operational leaders with financial insights, and drive the companys fiscal health. This position plays a vital role within the CWS Leadership Team, collaborating to ensure financial alignment, operational efficiency, and long-term company sustainability. Duties and Responsibilities The Financial Controller is a hands-on financial leadership role. This position requires strong accounting expertise, deep knowledge of financial operations, the ability to manage complex multi-entity transactions, and a proactive approach to financial analysis and reporting. The Financial Controller plays a vital role in developing and maintaining the accuracy, efficiency, and profitability of all CWS financial activities, ensuring that financial processes support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals. Duties include but are not limited to: Leadership and Team Development: • Provide strategic financial leadership across all accounting functions, ensuring alignment with County Waste Services core values, goals, and long-term objectives., • Oversee and develop accounting and administrative personnel as the finance team grows, fostering a culture of continual learning, accountability, and professional development., • Assist in developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and controls to optimize efficiency, strengthen compliance, and support operational excellence. Financial Management: • Maintain full P&L responsibility for County Waste Service, ensuring financial decisions support operational goals and profitability., • Lead all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including generation of cash flow statements, revenue reports, labor reports, and financial packages for leadership review., • Build and oversee the Annual Operating Plan, including budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial models., • Implement cost-control strategies and financial analysis to support operational efficiency without compromising service quality or safety., • Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives, capital planning, and growth opportunities across all CWS lines of business. Accounting Operations: Oversee and perform key accounting duties including: • Accrual entries and end-of-month reconciliation, • Sales tax reporting and sales tax payable, • AP / AR Management, • Inter-company transactions, • Franchise Fee oversight., • Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, vendor payments, check printing, and bank deposits., • Maintain strict internal controls, ensuring all financial data is accurate, secure, and compliant with GAAP and regulatory requirements., • Review and approve customer refunds, new vendor setups, financial adjustments, and credit card issuance., • Support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance. Asset & Liability Oversight: • Oversee new asset purchases and ensure proper recording, tracking, and depreciation schedule accuracy., • Maintain accurate accounting of loan obligations, debt schedules, and covenant compliance., • Monitor and analyze asset-related expenses and provide recommendations to leadership on asset utilization and cost improvements. Payroll Administration: • Oversee or process payroll to ensure timely, accurate, compliant, and confidential compensation for all employees., • Reconcile payroll liabilities and coordinate with HR and leadership on compensation-related changes. Strategic Support • Partner with leadership to analyze financial impacts of new contracts, expansions, or acquisitions., • Support operational teams by validating pricing models, revenue projections, and cost structures., • Provide financial evaluations for new business opportunities and capital investment proposals., • Assist in long-term financial planning for growth initiatives across Texas and future markets. Qualifications Qualifications include: • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred., • Minimum of 710 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or Controller-level responsibilities., • Proficient in QuickBooks Online., • Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting standards, internal controls, and accrual basis., • Exceptional organizational and analytical abilities., • Demonstrable competency in financial systems, forecasting, budgeting, and operational analysis., • Outstanding leadership and decision-making skills., • Strong moral and ethical principles aligned with CWS values., • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities., • Knowledge of financial regulations, tax requirements, and business compliance standards., • Ability to handle sensitive financial information with strict confidentiality., • Ability to represent CWS in a professional and engaging manner. Working Conditions The Financial Controller may work in both office and operational environments. Occasional exposure to outdoor conditionsincluding heat, cold, humidity, precipitation, dust, noise, or odorsmay occur during visits to operational sites. Extended periods of computer-based work are common. Occasional travel between CWS locations or for training/audits may be required. Direct Reports This position may oversee accounting personnel, including Accounts Payable/Receivable staff, billing personnel, and additional finance team members as the department expands.