Accountant I

Company: Waste Management
Location: Burnsville
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

I. Job Summary Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports and coordinates the implementation of accounting control. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepares journal entries for entry into the general ledger system monthly by collecting necessary data, analyzing and/or allocating costs and preparing audit train support for the journal entries. Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy; analyzes accrual accounts to ensure proper accruals. Collects and analyzes financial data and prepares monthly combined financial statements and reports. Performs additional analysis for explanatory text required for reports and statement. Coordinates preparation of monthly financial package and reviews for accuracy. Participates in monthly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports. Assists with the preparation of year-end closings. Prepares annual long-term and short-term financial statements in compliance with accounting guidelines and U.S. GAAP. Assists in the preparation of working papers for annual audit. Provides guidance to other Finance personnel for proper internal and external financial accounting procedures and their application. Assists with the preparation of annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans assigned areas. Coordinates preparation of monthly combining entries to combine financial results. Prepares quarterly consolidation report for consolidation. Assists with the maintenance and application of internal controls. Prepares basic financial reports in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in a satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines. III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications Associate's Degree (accredited) in Accounting, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and two (2) years of relevant experience B. Preferred Qualifications Zero (0) to three (3) years of relevant experience (in addition to education requirement) IV. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. V. 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. The expected salary range for this position is $56,100 - $67,000 per year. This represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

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