Our GFL team is expanding, and we're looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join us in Kalkaska, MI! The individual will oversee daily operations, vendor management, maintenance programs, and events across two local offices. The Senior Staff Accountant will analyze General Ledger activity and prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations. Provide accounting support to Equipment services branch. Monitor all compaction equipment. Prepare all sales and use tax returns. Process wire transfer and bank account transfer requests.



Why Join GFL?



GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America. Our employees, collectively known as "Team Green," enjoy numerous benefits, including career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities. Green for Life!



What's In It for You?



• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.


• 401(k) with an employer match


• Paid holidays & Paid time off


• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.


• Competitive wages


• Growth opportunities



A Day in the Life of a Senior Staff Accountant

• Prepare General Ledger journal entries and account reconciliations as assigned.
• Coordinate posting of journal entries to the General Ledger.
• Prepare all sales and use tax returns and filings.
• Initiate bank wires, transfers and stop payments.
• Monitor Positive Pay activity and obtain approval for activity that exceeds established limits.
• Reconcile and maintain intangible assets.
• Record fixed assets obtained thru acquisitions.
• Monitor compaction equipment in Tower and JD Edwards. Insure that additions, deletions and transfers are tracked correctly in both systems.
• Process all activity for repairs made by Equipment Services. Set up fixed assets, process transfers, prepare journal entries and reports and follow up on all issues related to branch activities. Monitor variances to budget and provide support for branch personnel.
• Track and report unclaimed property in accordance with state escheatment rules.
• Research unclaimed property held by states that belong to Company and file for reimbursement.
• Coordinate annual fixed asset inventories according to schedule. Initiate transactions to adjust the fixed asset system to the actual inventory.
• Run integrity reports and research any issues noted.
• Complete complex accounting and process improvement projects as assigned.
• Serve as backup to Financial Analyst II for Essbase and Hyperion financial reporting system administration.
• Serve as backup to Financial Analyst II for JDE and Essbase chart of accounts maintenance.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Conform in all respects with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.



Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Four-year degree in accounting
• 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Accounting designation preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and current accounting practices.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills.


Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!



We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com