Accountant I, Centralized Blling at Waste Management in Houston, TX

Accountant I, Centralized Blling

Location: United States

I. Job Summary

Applies principles of accounting to support the project managers and track, prepare and perform the billing functions to customers on a set regular basis.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the collection of data, preparation, and submittal of Billing activities for site(s) working closely with project manager(s) to ensure completeness.
• Prepares and maintains account records and billing data and organizes and schedules all necessary resources required to accomplish activities.
• Coordinate with the field to maintain efficient operation and cost-effectiveness of operating systems and programs. Ensuring that all items are billed in accordance with customer contracts and pricing.
• Track and maintain site costs, prepare estimates, if necessary, work with site to resolve vendor and customer concerns.
• 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 regular meetings for discussion and review of required reports and deliverables.
• Assists with the preparation of annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans assigned areas.
• 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

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• General accounting, accounts payable, and/or accounts receivable knowledge may be required.

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 that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.