Corporate Controller
Capital Waste Services
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.
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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 companys financial statements, balance sheet discipline, and close processes, while building a scalable accounting organization to support continued growth. The Corporate Controller remains a key business partner to executive leadership while maintaining direct involvement in day-to-day accounting execution.
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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 companys 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
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Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance (Masters degree preferred)
- 810+ 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
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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
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