I. Job Summary
The Accounting Analyst II will provide accounting and finance coverage for all WM Area Finance/Accounting teams and Corporate Finance/Accounting departments (i.e. finance, accounting, internal audit, treasury). The analyst will be assigned to support projects and assignments across a variety of Finance functions.  

This role is a hybrid role based in the US, working at the nearest WM office which will require working in the office Mondays – Thursdays and remote on Fridays. 

 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.  

Executes moderately complex financial tasks in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in a satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines. Performs month-end close activities for assigned areas of responsibility including preparing journal entries of low to high complexity.  Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy; Prepare monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and adequately document conclusions. Analyzes monthly financial results; able to communicate trends in results and provide meaningful insights into the results. Displays critical thinking skills in preparation of analyses. Collects and analyze financial data and prepare monthly combined financial statements and reports. Coordinate preparation of monthly financial package and reviews for accuracy. Assists with evaluating, documenting, and concluding on the accounting consequences of potential transactions. Participates in monthly financial review meetings. Provides guidance to other Finance personnel for proper internal and external financial accounting procedures and their application. Assists with the maintenance and application of internal controls. Execute internal controls responsibilities timely and accurately.

 

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job may require supervisory duties.

 

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
  
A. Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, high School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant experience. Experience: Three (3) years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

None required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

General understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and SEC regulations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong business acumen. Travel:  Infrequent travel. Must be authorized to work in the US.

 

V. Work Environment
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.

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely; Normal setting for this job is: office setting/hybrid.

 

The expected salary range for this position is $71,230 to 96,370.  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 a bonus.

Benefits

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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