Senior Accountant or Junior Controller

Job-ID: 2352263Category: AccountingLocation: Burbank, CA, United States; Los Angeles, CA, United States; Pasadena, CA, United States; San Fernando, CA, United States; Simi Valley, CA, United States; West Hollywood, CA, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-05Job Summary:At WM, the Senior Accountant or Junior Controller is a senior level role accountable for full cycle accounting within a complex corporate environment. This position requires an experienced accounting professional with strong general ledger ownership and month end close expertise.What You Will DoOwn full cycle accounting activities including general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and month end closePrepare financial statements, perform variance analysis, and analyze complex financial dataEnsure compliance with US GAAP and maintain effective internal controlsPartner with finance and business stakeholders while operating independently in a fast-paced environmentWhat You Will BringBachelor’s Degree (accredited) in Accounting or similar5 years of accounting experience, including 3 years in a mid to senior level accounting roleRequired experience in a mid-to-large companyDirect ownership of full cycle accounting and corporate financial reportingStrong analytical and critical thinking skills with high attention to detailThis is a hybrid role with time allocated within a WM Office environment and a remote office environment.II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepares highly complex journal entries for entry into the general ledger system on a monthly basis by collecting necessary data, analyzing and/or allocating costs and preparing audit train support for the journal entries.Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy; analyzes accrual accounts to ensure proper accruals.Collects and analyzes financial data and prepares monthly combined financial statements and reports. Performs additional analysis for explanatory text required for reports and statement. Coordinates preparation of monthly financial package and reviews for accuracy.Participates in monthly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports.Assists with the preparation of year-end closings. Prepares annual long-term and short-term financial statements in compliance with accounting guidelines and U.S. GAAP. Assists in the preparation of working papers for annual audit.Provides expertise and guidance to other Finance personnel for proper internal and external financial accounting procedures and their application.Assists with the preparation of annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans for assigned areas. Coordinates preparation of monthly combining entries to combine financial results.Prepares quarterly consolidation report for consolidation.Assists with the maintenance and application of internal controls.Prepares highly advanced financial reports in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in a satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines.Assists departmental managers/directors with supervision of other clerical and professional staff of the department as required.III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in AccountingHigh School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant experience5 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)B. Preferred Qualifications IV. Physical RequirementsListed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. PAY: The expected base pay range for this hybrid position is $100,000 - $110,000 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.V. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. This role is designated as Hybrid which will follow the WM Office Policy requiring in office work and an option to work remotely two days per week.If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.About the organizationWhat is the value of a WM job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family – from benefits, to resources and engagement activities. We are People First. We are Committed to Your Growth. We Are Investing in You. We are a Family. We are Stable. We are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow. About the companyABOUT WM WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com. If this position is to be performed in Los Angeles County, California, please read carefully the information contained here in LA County Addendum. Equal Employment OpportunityFor United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.Real IDIn order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons, or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative.