Assistant Controller

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

The Assistant Controller (AC) will assist in managing and developing a best practices financial framework, including implementing improvements to existing financial processes. The AC will also work in partnership with the Region, Area, and Corporate leadership to define process strategies, goals, metrics, best practices, and measures that are aligned with Rumpke's organizational goals. The AC is focused on continuous process improvements, forecasting results, and managing expectations of the business partners across the Rumpke organization.


Responsibilities of Position:

• Assure that financial income and expenditure transactions and records are in compliance with all rules, regulations, requirements and procedures (i.e., GAAP)
• Monitor and adjust workflow and assignments to meet established deadlines
• Assist Corporate or Region Controller with year-end audit and perform internal review designed to reduce number of audit adjustments prior to the arrival of the external auditors
• Responsible for creating a positive work environment which maximizes individual and team performance
• Analyze results, drive timely and accurate data recording
• Responsible for the overall integrity of financial systems and related data
• Develop a framework to provide assurance over the operation and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting
• Establish proper accounting standard operating procedures (SOP), policies, and goals/objectives
• Maintain SOP documentation and training materials in a centralized repository that can be accessed by team members and internal customers
• Identify and implement improvements to existing financial processes through the development of a program of continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognize and drive changes to current processes where SAP best practice opportunities exist
• Work with Finance Business Process Lead to resolve business and operational issues in an innovative, efficient, and effective manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Build and nurture positive working relationships with the team, internal customers, and vendors
• Ability to organize and deliver presentations in front of groups
• Ability to train team and business employees
• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize own tasks and tasks of others

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP
• SAP or other ERP software implementation experience a plus
• Knowledge of data integration points and dashboarding preferred
• 5+ years of account/finance experience preferred
• MBA Preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 35 lbs
• Frequently sitting
• Occasionally standing
• Rarely walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver's license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.


Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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