Republic Services · 14 hours ago
Area Director Finance
Wayne, MI, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expRepublic Services, Inc. is a leader in the environmental services industry, and they are seeking an Area Director Finance. This role is responsible for directing and overseeing accounting and financial functions, ensuring integrity in financial reporting, and supporting strategic business initiatives.
Information TechnologyRecyclingRenewable EnergySustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
P&L Management - Reviews monthly close and forecast results and meets with operations partners to establish course-corrective actions. Ensures proper focus is being placed on margin expanding activities and underperforming business segments
Decision Support - Provides decisional support and recommendations to the Area President as it relates to all facets financial reporting and business analysis
Supervises Business Unit Finance Managers - Directs, manages, and develops Area and Business Unit Finance Managers including hiring, onboarding, developing, coaching, and managing performance
Market Strategy - Supports and controls the financial aspects of the municipal, acquisition and landfill development models for the area to optimize capital efficiency and return on investment. Responsible for assembling team to support mergers, acquisitions, due diligence, and integration
Pricing Strategy - Collaborates with Revenue Management Analyst to review pricing goals/initiatives and ensure Area is on track to meet expectations
Cross Functional Leadership – Alignment on company goals and initiatives. Champions change management process through communication with Corp/Area/BU team members
Compliance – Ensure effective internal controls are in place and enforce company policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Certified Public Accounting (CPA) License
Master's Degree in Business Administration
The ability to professionally interact and influence area and business unit leadership team, as well as, staff and customers to effectively accomplish goals in compliance with company policies and procedures
Must be able to apply critical thinking and follow up on non-standard situations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Must be able to effectively coach, mentor, and train seasoned managers to meet performance expectations as described above
Must be able to work through others to accomplish goals and objectives
The ability to establish processes and procedures to ensure effective department workflow
The ability to track, measure and manage performance
Strong analytical skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks and meet deadlines
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team environment
Ability to complete projects and assignments with minimal direction from leadership
An understanding of business unit operational functions and related needs and requirements and the ability identify issues, weigh options, and provide effective counsel to support sound business decisions
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley 404, and compliance requirements of other financial statutes
Advanced skill level with Excel
Minimum of 5 years of related professional level accounting or financial experience
Minimum of 2 years managerial, supervisory or lead experience
Benefits
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)
Company
Republic Services
Republic Services provides comprehensive environmental services to support business, home and community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1998-07-01IPO
Leadership Team
Jon Vander Ark
President and CEO
Brian DelGhiaccio
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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