Chief Accounting Officer (Baltimore)

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future.What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:15 days paid time off10 HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)Health Saving Account (HSA) with company matchFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)Career growth and promotional opportunitiesTuition ReimbursementESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual internal audit process.Identify areas of risk and implement controls to mitigate them.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.Collaborate with the CFO and other senior leaders to develop financial strategies.Lead and manage the accounting team, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities.Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting processes.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:1. Leadership and team management2. Financial analysis and reporting3. Internal audit and compliance4. Strategic planning and decision-making5. Problem-solving and critical thinking6. Strong understanding of internal controls and assurance that all controls/review functions are working properly7. Ability to work accurately and quickly with numbers and formulas8. Possess excellent computer skills (accounting software, databases, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office products)EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES: 1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.2. Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.3. Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal audit processes.4. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.5. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, NetSuite a plus.WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS1. Talking, Hearing, Seeing2. Standing, Sitting, Walking, and Fingering3. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office oradministrative work.)Job SummaryRequisition Number: CHIEF004261Job Category: Accounting/FinanceSchedule: Full-Time