Corporate Controller
Capital Waste Services LLC Careers, Columbia, SC, United States
Description:
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
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 company’s 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 company’s
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
Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting or Finance
(Master’s degree preferred)
8–10+ 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 xhqgsiq 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
Requirements:
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Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
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.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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 company’s 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.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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 company’s
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
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting or Finance
(Master’s degree preferred)
8–10+ 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 xhqgsiq 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
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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
Requirements:
PI5a9dff58d134-37344-40149089