External Reporting Analyst III

WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste‑based energy production projects.

As the Financial Analyst III - External Reporting, you will be part of a dynamic team where you can add value but also learn, develop and move forward in your career! This is a key role as you will work with a variety of business areas, develop partnerships with business leaders, and make an impact with your solid accounting skills.

Your CPA, SEC, SOX, US GAAP and technical accounting experience along with your business acumen will be critical for success.

The position of Financial Analyst III is located in our Houston, TX Corporate office and reports to the Sr Manager, External Reporting.

The Financial Analyst III will be a key member of the Director, External Reporting’s organization and will complement the department’s other accounting resources. The position requires a general understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“US GAAP”) and SEC regulations.

• Assist with drafting of financial statements and footnote disclosures for SEC filings. Coordinate efforts with internal departments and external groups to gather financial and non‑financial information for use in SEC filings.
• Knowledge of equity‑based compensation, segment reporting, earnings per share, lease accounting (under ASC 842), revenue recognition (under ASC 606), debt and derivatives.
• Assist with the monthly preparation of the statement of cash flows.
• Responsibilities may include booking journal entries and preparing account reconciliations during month end close.
• Ensure compliance with SEC XBRL filing requirements.
• Research, interpret and communicate US GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Assist with evaluating the accounting consequences of potential transactions and provide input and suggestions to planned and proposed agreements, as requested.
• Coordinate with our external auditors to ensure timely completion of our quarterly review and annual audit.
• Coordinate the financial reporting for employee benefit plans and captive insurance companies.
• Prepare quarterly auditor GAAP checklist and other quarterly reports.
• Assist with the maintenance and application of internal controls; and
• Oversee special projects within the Accounting function, as needed.

This job has no supervisory duties, but may occasionally act as a team lead.

• Education:
  
  Bachelors degree (accredited) in Accounting, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience.
• Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
• Experience:
  
  Five years of previous experience (in addition to education requirement).

• CPA highly preferred.

• General understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and SEC regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional business acumen.

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Normal setting for this job is: office setting.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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