Internal Auditor- Landfill

Republic Services; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Internal Auditor to execute audit test steps under senior team direction, evaluating internal controls for accuracy and compliance with company policies and standards. The role emphasizes documentation of procedures, results, and identified weaknesses.

We value certifications (CPA, CMA, CIA, CFE, CISA, PMP) and prior audit experience, ideally from Big 4 or Fortune 500. Travel up to 50% is required and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Audit/accounting experience at Big 4/ or Fortune 500 preferred.
• Not sponsorship eligible.

Responsibilities

• Performs defined audit procedures to test compliance of internal controls with Company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Coordinates audit activity and communicates results status to the audit team.
• Clearly and concisely documents audit test procedures, results and findings.
• Identifies, assesses and reports exceptions with Company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines and weaknesses in internal controls.
• Develops ongoing positive relationships with business units, corporate management and audit team members.
• Travel by air, car or other modes of transportation may be required up to 50% of the time.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned or apparent.

Skills

Audit procedures

Documentation

Communication

Education

CPA

CMA

CIA

CFE

CISA

PMP

Tools

Diligent

Workiva

ACL

IDEA

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Internal Auditor is responsible for executing audit test steps at the direction of the senior team members. The audit test steps are designed to examine and evaluate the adequacy of the Company's internal control structure with regards to the accuracy and completeness of reporting and adherence to Company policies, procedures, and standards.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs defined audit procedures to test compliance of internal controls with Company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Coordinates audit activity and communicates results status to the audit team.
• Clearly and concisely documents audit test procedures, results and findings.
• Identifies, assesses and reports exceptions with Company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines and weaknesses in internal controls.
• Develops ongoing positive relationships with business units, corporate management and audit team members.
• Travel by air, car or other modes of transportation may be required up to 50% of the time.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned or apparent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Relevant certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant certifications .

Audit/accounting experience at Big 4/ or Fortune 500 preferred .

Knowledge of Diligent, Workiva , ACL, IDEA, or other data analytic software preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience .

We are seeking a Staff Auditor to conduct operational and compliance audits at landfill locations across the country, with travel of up to two weeks per month.

This role focuses heavily on environmental compliance, regulatory requirements, and operational controls, while leveraging audit fundamentals to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Candidates with a strong auditing background, particularly in finance or internal audit, are encouraged to apply.

Please note, this position is not sponsorship eligible.

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.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

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.

EEO STATEMENT: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. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

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.

In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and ca