Financial Analyst, Financial Accounting

POSITION SUMMARY: The Financial Analyst, Financial Accounting is primarily responsible for internal and external financial reporting while supporting custom Visual Basic tools. The Financial Analyst is responsible for gathering and analyzing data in connection with the Company’s monthly close and periodic external reporting processes. The position provides financial analysis and support for corporate departments while implementing process improvements. This position is also responsible for building and maintaining automated reconciliations using ReconNet software and completing various projects as determined on an ad hoc basis.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs administration of automated reconciliation software.

• Maintains Excel Visual Basic tools used in the Company’s monthly and quarterly close.

• Performs administration of intranet sites using Microsoft SharePoint.

• Assists in the design, testing, and support of corporate budgeting tools.

• Assists in the Company’s annual bonus calculation and analysis.

• Provides budgeting and forecast support for corporate departments.

• Maintains and modifies the Landfill Engineering Excel Models for the Company’s landfill facilities.

• Provides financial analysis and helps support ongoing operational initiatives.

• Creates, generates, and reviews reports used in the Company’s monthly close (generally using Essbase, Lawson and Excel), used to prepare financial statements, footnotes, and other financial information to be filed with, or furnished, to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, annual reports, and proxy statements.

• Prepares schedules and journal entries in connection with the Company’s monthly close process.

• Completes or assists in completion of ad hoc financial analysis.

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year of combined financial analysis and public or corporate accounting experience.

• Experience in SQL, Essbase, SharePoint and ReconNet applications.

• Strong systems skills including Excel, Visual Basic, general ledger, reporting software, and database skills.

• Strong organizational skills, ability to effectively manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Ability to analyze and interpret complex problems.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills for all constituents from staff to executive management.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) and the relationship between the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 1 year of financial analysis, accounting or business analysis experience.

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.

 

 

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 wast