Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

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FULL TIME Professional Lewiston, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Direct Reports: Senior Accountant

Job Description:

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, budgeting support, multi-entity accounting, and financial close processes. This role ensures accurate and timely financial information while strengthening operational and financial controls across the organization.

The Controller plays a key leadership role in managing a complex, asset-intensive, multi-location environment involving fleet accounting, disposal operations, route profitability, cost accounting, capital expenditures, and regulatory compliance. This role will work closely with the VP of Accounting & Finance to improve financial processes, support strategic initiatives, and maintain the integrity of the company’s financial statements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Oversee accounting for multiple business units, entities, and operating locations
• Analyze financial results and explain variances to budget and prior periods
• Ensure accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger activity
• Provide leadership and oversight to AP, AR & other accounting staff
• Establish workflows, priorities, and performance expectations for accounting staff
• Improve accounting procedures and departmental efficiencies
• Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls and financial policies
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax requirements, and company policies
• Develop and document accounting procedures and process controls
• Support compliance with banking covenants and lender reporting requirements
• Assist the VP of Accounting & Finance with annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop and maintain cost accounting processes to improve visibility into operational profitability
• Assist in managing the sales tax compliance process for both New York State & Ontario, Canada.
• Analyze profitability by division, customer segment, and operating location
• Provide insights into cost control opportunities and margin improvement initiatives
• Support financial modeling and operational KPI reporting
• Maintain and improve documentation of financial procedures and risk controls.
• Lead initiatives to strengthen internal control environment and reduce exposure to financial and operational risks.
• Assist in compiling, tracking and evaluating insurance coverages and the financial implications of changing deductible thresholds.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA strongly preferred
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments preferred
• Experience in waste management, transportation, logistics, construction, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive industries preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and cost accounting principles
• Experience managing accounting teams and close processes
• Advanced ERP/accounting system experience required
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills

Benefits at Modern:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings with Employer Match
• Health Savings Accounts
• Voluntary Insurance Products
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit/Electronic Paystubs
• Discount Memberships
• Company-Sponsore…