Operational/Financial Planning And Analysis (Fp&A) Controller, Jacksonville

Operational/Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Controller page is loaded## Operational/Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Controllerlocations: Jacksonville, Floridatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R*******Summary**This is a critical, high-visibility leadership role serving as the Operational/Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Controller for a multi-business US market region within the solid waste collection, hauling, and disposal industry.
The Controller acts as a key financial business partner to the Regional Vice President, providing strategic financial guidance and operational insight to drive performance, efficiency, and profitable growth.
This role is responsible for the financial integrity of the Region and indirectly leads the Regional Operations team.
**Essential Functions**The Operational/Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Controller will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following core functions:**Financial Leadership and Reporting*** Ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness in all financial results and operational statistics reported for the Region.
* Manage the comprehensive monthly financial forecast process and lead the annual Region budget development and review, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic goals.
* Oversee the financial close process for the Region, ensuring timely and accurate submission of financial statements and operational metrics.
* Ensure rigorous execution of and compliance with all company financial policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures (SOX compliance experience is preferred).
**Strategic Business Partnership*** Act as the primary financial advisor and strategic partner to the Regional Vice President and senior leadership team.
* Evaluate strategic business opportunities, identify financial challenges, and model various scenarios to support data-driven decision-making.
* Support the integration of acquisitions within the Region, ensuring financial controls are established and synergy targets are monitored and achieved.
* Align Region operational objectives with overarching company financial goals and assist in the strategic implementation of corporate initiatives.
**Required Technical Skills*** Strong functional IT skills in major business systems (e.g., order entry, accounting, financial planning, and budgeting platforms).
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel (complex modeling, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis).
* Ability to synthesize complex financial data into clear, actionable presentations and narratives for executive leadership.
* Experience with ERP system implementations and data migration is a plus.
**Preferred Technical Skills (A plus):*** Knowledge of specific industry or enterprise systems such as Workday, Cognos, Tower, and TRUX.
**Education and Experience*** Education: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required.
CPA or CMA certification is a significant advantage.
* Experience: 5–10 years of progressive experience in an operations-focused Controller or senior FP&A leadership role within a medium to large business environment (minimum $250 million in annual sales).
* Industry Experience: Prior experience in the solid waste, transportation, logistics, or similar asset-intensive, multi-location service industries is strongly preferred.
**Competencies*** Strategic thinking and strong analytical skills.
* Exceptional leadership and team development capabilities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial audiences.
* High level of integrity, independence, and accountability.
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
*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** * *Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship* *for this position.
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.
**This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants.
Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.
*At GFL, growth isn't just for our business—it's for our people.Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we're proud to support them in that journey.We consider our employees' personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it's advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions.With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form "Team Green"—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.We're proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job.
It's an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way.Regardless of the work we're doing today, we've got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life.
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