About this role
Staff Accountant
Waste Connections of Nebraska – Papillion Sanitation
📍 Location: Bellevue, Nebraska
💰 Pay Range: $60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus potential
Waste Connections is hiring!
Are you a driven accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? Waste Connections is seeking a entry-level Staff Accountant to join our team. This role is designed as a stepping stone to an Assistant Controller position at one of our many locations nationwide.
Why Join Us?
✅ Competitive Pay & Bonuses ✅ Career Growth – We invest in YOU by providing training & advancement opportunities ✅ Excellent Benefits:
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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5% 401(k) match for retirement savings
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Paid time off and holidays ✅ A Strong Company Culture – We value integrity, teamwork, and a great work environment
Key Responsibilities
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Participate in monthly financial close processes and prepare financial statements for assigned operating locations.
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Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy.
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Analyze and report significant financial variances against budget and forecast.
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Prepare and present a rolling three-month financial forecast each month.
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Conduct rate analysis and provide strategic financial insights.
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Communicate financial information effectively with operational teams.
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Manage accounting data flow between remote facilities and corporate systems.
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Support quarterly Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal reviews.
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Participate in annual budgeting and financial planning processes.
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Other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
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CPA or other professional certifications are a strong plus.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
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Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
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🚛 We Keep Our Promises!
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At Waste Connections, we believe in empowering our employees. Our culture is built on respect, reliability, and integrity—when we say we’ll do something, we follow through!
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Ready to Join Our Team?
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Apply today and take the next step in your career with Waste Connections!
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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.