Area Controller

Join us in creating a sustainable future and becoming a protector of tomorrow!

Covanta, leading sustainable solutions company, is on an exciting transformational and growth journey. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic Finance team. We are looking for a high potential hire who is looking to develop and grow in the role.

Location: Palm Beach or Miami area, FL (Hybrid work arrangement may be possible)

Reports to: Regional Finance Director

Experience Required: 10+ Years
Travel Percentage: As needed

Education Required: Bachelors Degree.

This job offers an exciting growth opportunity with a very competitive Total Rewards package that includes:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• Performance based Annual Incentive Plan
• Great benefits including PTO, health insurance from Day 1, up to 7% company contribution for Retirement Savings Plan and 401K match

About the role

The Area Controller, reporting to the Regional Finance Director, will lead the finance/accounting activities, planning and analysis for a group of facilities (3) in the region in accordance with the US generally accepted accounting (US GAAP) principles and internal policies and procedures as well as provide finance support to the facility managers / area asset managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the facility/Regional management in achieving business objectives
• Own the review and ensure timely reporting of financial statements for all facilities in his/her scope in the region is in compliance with company accounting policies, procedures and SOX/internal controls
• Compile and analyze financial information necessary to complete the month-end accounting close including preparation, input, and validation of journal entries in coordination with the Shared Service Center
• Perform operational statistical and metrics tracking, evaluate financial performance comparing actual results to plans while also making recommendations to obtain goals
• Prepare quantitative and qualitative variances explanations including risk and accounting treatment assessment
• Responsible for ensuring monthly/quarterly financial forecasts, long term plans and annual budgets; are prepared with direction from the Operational/Business Leadership teams to achieve Company goals
• Maintain and perform comparative analysis of the long-term financials' models for the respective facilities in the area
• Interact with auditors and assist with the preparation and documentation to support both internal and external audits.
• Identify opportunities and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Special projects/ad hoc request as assigned
• Undertake a full range of duties relevant to leadership, management, and development of team members if applicable

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required with concentration in finance / accounting
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• CPA or MBA or equivalent certification preferred
• 10+ years of relevant work experience
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented culture and with Client based sensitivities
• Ability to handle multiple assignments meeting strict deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to identify and resolve complex finance and accounting issues in addition to frequent financial analysis and preparations
• Ability to think strategically, synthesize complex issues, and develop innovative solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise judgment to make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses in addition to being flexible with on-the-fly requests
• Ability to interpret and adhere to contractual language
• Attention to detail, desire to learn and adapt is a must, process-oriented
• Strong communications, presentation, and networking skills
• Experience with Oracle and PeopleSoft is preferred, or with similar product(s) is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Manage direct report(s)

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Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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