Area Accountant

Republic Services

. Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions .

Posted 10/16/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, GAAP compliance, and accounting practices while effectively managing accounting personnel and supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounting ExperienceGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Oracle Accounting SoftwareMS Excel SkillsStrong Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesFinancial Statement AnalysisBalance Sheet ReconciliationInternal ControlsBudgetingForecastingStatutory RequirementsCapital ExpendituresAudit SupportOperational Performance Reporting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInitiativeTeam CollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

General Ledger SoftwareOracle Accounting SoftwareMS Excel

Industry Keywords

Sarbanes-Oxley ComplianceFinancial ManagementAccounting Personnel ManagementHigh-Volume EnvironmentPeer Reviews

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions
Prepare monthly and quarterly operational performance reports
Assist the Area Controller with internal controls, company policies, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and statutory requirements
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and statistical data and analyze financial statements under GAAP and company policy
Assist with management of accounting personnel and provide direction across accounting functional areas
Support annual budgeting, interim forecasting and analytical review
Support accounting aspects of capital expenditures, transfers and retirements
Assist with internal audits, external audits and peer reviews
Respond to information requests from corporate, regional and area field financial management
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accounting experience
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Intermediate-level MS Excel skills
Initiative to research and follow up on non-standard situations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Effective and professional interpersonal communication across various organizational levels and with external customers and vendors
Strong analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to complete projects and assignments with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and efficiently within a team environment
Experience with general ledger software and other industry programs
Experience with Oracle accounting software and other industry programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage
Health care and dependent care spending accounts
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee discount programs
Retirement plan with a generous company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time Off (PTO)