Area Accountant-CA-Remote

Republic Services; Richmond (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in California seeks an Area Accountant to manage financial information and reporting. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will have intermediate MS Excel skills, strong analytical abilities, and experience with accounting software. This role offers a salary range of $70,480 to $105,720 and includes comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Qualifications

• A thorough knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries.
• Assists the Area Controller in ensuring proper internal controls.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and statistical data.
• Supports the accounting aspects of capital expenditures.
• Assists with periodic financial audits.
• Provides support to corporate functions as needed.

Skills

Accounting experience

GAAP Knowledge

MS Excel Skills

Initiative and Research Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Analytical Skills

Task Management

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

General Ledger Software Experience

Tools

Oracle Accounting Software

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

POSITION SUMMARY: With general direction, utilizing an understanding of accounting principles, the Area Accountant performs accounting activities to record, analyze and monitor financial information. The incumbent prepares financial reports in a manner that ensures accuracy and compliance with company accounting policies. The Area Accountant may act as a resource for accounting and general administrative staff and is responsible for a broad array of accounting duties.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions. Prepares monthly and quarterly operational performance reports. In doing so, utilizes discretion and judgment as to matters of significance.

• Assists the Area Controller in ensuring there are proper internal controls in place including compliance with company policies and procedures, Sarbanes Oxley and all other statutory requirements. In doing so, utilizes discretion and judgment as to matters of significance.

• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and statistical data and fully analyses financial statements in accordance with GAAP and Company policy.

• May assist the Area Controller in the management of accounting personnel. May provide direction to the different accounting functional areas (invoice processing, billing, cash receipts, work order processing, credit analysis, receivable collections, month-end close, journal entries, statistical data, and payroll).

• Supports the Area Controller during the annual budget and interim forecasting process and assists with analytical review.

• Supports the accounting aspects of capital expenditures, transfers and retirements.

• Assists with periodic financial audits including internal audits, external audits and peer reviews.

• Provides support and responds to information requests from corporate (accounting, tax, treasury, IT, HR, sales, environmental compliance, legal, etc.) as well as region and area field financial management as required.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Accounting experience.

• A thorough knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Have MS Excel skills at an intermediate level.

• Must be able to demonstrate initiative to thoughtfully and fully research and follow up on non-standard situations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Effective and professional interpersonal communication across various levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Ability to complete projects and assignments with minimal supervision.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and efficiently within a team environment.

• Experience with general ledger software and other programs consistently used in industry.

• Experience with Oracle accounting software and other programs consistently used in industry.

Pay Range

$70,480.00 - $105,720.00

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable)

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• 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.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.