Application Guide

How to Apply for Area Accountant

at Republic Services

🏢 About Republic Services

Republic Services is a leader in sustainable waste management, committed to creating a greener future through innovative recycling and environmental solutions. Working here means contributing to meaningful environmental impact while being part of a company that values operational excellence and community responsibility.

About This Role

As an Area Accountant at Republic Services, you'll compile financial data, prepare operational reports, and ensure compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations. This role directly supports sustainable business operations by maintaining financial integrity and providing analytical insights for waste management decisions across your assigned area.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your typical day might involve reconciling balance sheet accounts for waste collection operations, preparing journal entries for transactions, and collaborating with the Area Controller on compliance documentation. You'll analyze financial data using Oracle and Excel to create performance reports that help drive sustainable business decisions across your assigned geographic area.

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🎯 Who Republic Services Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of accounting experience with demonstrated GAAP knowledge and experience preparing monthly/quarterly financial reports
  • Possesses intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis) and hands-on experience with Oracle or similar enterprise accounting software
  • Can balance multiple priorities like journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance tasks while meeting strict monthly deadlines
  • Is a collaborative team player who takes initiative on projects and communicates effectively with both finance and operational teams

📝 Tips for Applying to Republic Services

1

Quantify your accounting experience with specific examples like 'reconciled 50+ balance sheet accounts monthly' or 'prepared quarterly reports for $X million in revenue'

2

Highlight any waste management, recycling, or environmental industry experience in your resume, even if tangential

3

Mention specific Oracle modules you've used (like Oracle Financials or E-Business Suite) rather than just listing 'Oracle experience'

4

Include a brief statement in your resume summary about how your skills align with Republic Services' sustainability mission

5

Prepare to discuss Sarbanes-Oxley compliance experience in detail, as this is explicitly mentioned in the job description

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with GAAP compliance and monthly financial reporting processes', "Specific examples of how you've supported internal controls or audit preparations", "Why you're drawn to Republic Services' sustainability mission and how your accounting skills can support it", 'Your ability to manage multiple accounting tasks while meeting deadlines in a remote work environment']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Republic Services' sustainability initiatives and recent ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) reports
  • → The company's financial performance and recent quarterly earnings reports
  • → How waste management accounting differs from other industries (e.g., depreciation of collection vehicles, recycling revenue streams)
  • → Republic Services' corporate structure and how area accounting fits into their operational model

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your process for preparing monthly operational performance reports from start to finish
2 Describe a time you identified and resolved a discrepancy during balance sheet reconciliation
3 How have you ensured Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in your previous roles?
4 What experience do you have with Oracle accounting software, and what modules are you most familiar with?
5 How would you prioritize journal entries, reconciliations, and report preparation when all have the same deadline?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic resume without tailoring it to mention GAAP, Oracle, or Sarbanes-Oxley experience
  • Failing to prepare specific examples of balance sheet reconciliations or monthly reporting processes
  • Not demonstrating understanding of how accounting supports operational decisions in an industry like waste management

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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