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External Auditor

Miami, FL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Big 4 External Audit → Advisory Consulting (Fortune 1000 Projects) Transition From External Audit ... Direct collaboration with senior finance leaders - The ability to broaden experience beyond ...

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External Director information

Does a director outrank a manager?

In most organizational structures, an External Director or simply Director typically holds a higher position than a Manager. Directors are responsible for overseeing multiple departments or strategic initiatives, while Managers focus on day-to-day operations within specific teams. The hierarchy can vary by company, but generally, Directors have broader authority and decision-making power than Managers.

How does an External Director typically collaborate with internal executives and board members to influence company strategy?

An External Director plays a crucial role in providing independent oversight and fresh perspectives to the company's board. They collaborate closely with internal executives and fellow board members through regular board meetings, committee assignments, and strategy sessions. By asking challenging questions and drawing on their outside experience, External Directors help guide strategic decisions and ensure governance best practices. This collaboration fosters a balanced approach to risk management and long-term planning, making open communication and strong relationship-building skills essential for success in the role.

What does a director of external relations do?

A director of external relations manages an organization's relationships with external stakeholders such as partners, government agencies, media, and the community. They develop communication strategies, represent the organization publicly, and often oversee public relations, advocacy, and partnership efforts to support organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an External Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an External Director, you need strong governance knowledge, strategic leadership, and business acumen, typically supported by executive experience and relevant board or industry qualifications. Familiarity with regulatory compliance systems, financial reporting tools, and governance frameworks such as the Corporate Governance Code is common. Excellent communication, independent judgment, and integrity are vital soft skills for providing objective oversight and building trust with stakeholders. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring effective board performance, ethical decision-making, and organizational success.

What is the difference between External Director vs Internal Director?

AspectExternal DirectorInternal Director
CredentialsMay require corporate governance experience, board certificationsOften has company-specific experience, internal knowledge
Work EnvironmentBoard meetings, strategic oversight, external perspectiveOperational management, internal decision-making
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate boards across industriesCompany executives, internal management teams
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for governance roles, board compositionCompared for leadership, management roles

External Directors are members of a company's board who provide independent oversight and strategic guidance without being involved in daily operations. Internal Directors are typically company executives or managers involved in daily management. Both roles are essential for corporate governance but differ mainly in their level of internal involvement and independence.

What are External Directors?

External Directors, also known as independent directors, are members of a company's board who are not part of the company's executive team and do not have any significant relationship with the company that could affect their judgment. Their primary role is to provide unbiased oversight, contribute independent perspectives to board decisions, and protect the interests of shareholders. By being separate from daily management, External Directors help ensure that the company adheres to good governance practices and ethical standards.

What is the role of an external director?

An external director is a member of a company's board of directors who is independent of the company's management. Their role involves providing unbiased oversight, strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance with governance standards, often leveraging experience from other organizations. External directors typically participate in board meetings, review company performance, and help mitigate conflicts of interest.

How much does a director of external affairs make?

A director of external affairs typically earns between $80,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on the industry, company size, and location. The role often requires strong communication skills, strategic planning, and experience in public relations or government affairs.
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Director External Reporting

Director External Reporting

Republic Services

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Republic Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 567 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 75 rated recycling and waste


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Director, External Reporting is responsible for managing a combination of the following processes: external financial reporting requirements, general accounting, landfill, environmental, legal, review of 401K audits and pension audits, insurance captives and a variety of technical accounting matters. The Director, External Reporting overseas financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, general accounting and internal controls oversight, and manages Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, correspondence and reporting. The Director, External Reporting reports to the Chief Accounting Officer and interacts frequently with the Chief Financial Officer, SVP Treasury and Investor Relations, Controllers Group and field personnel, Internal Audit, and Tax Departments.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manages complex accounting areas by reviewing statement of cash flows, landfill models, environmental models, goodwill / intangible asset analyses, stock-based compensation and segment analyses.
  • Overseas monthly close process related to general accounting matters for Corporate and landfill and environmental matters for the Company.
  • Reviews reports used in the Company's monthly close, financial statements, footnotes, and other financial information to be filed with, or furnished, to the SEC, such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, annual reports, registration statements and proxy statements.
  • Presents technical accounting issues to Executive and Senior Management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
  • Teaming in mergers, acquisitions, due diligence or dispositions of companies including deal structure and valuation.
  • Manage the quarterly review and annual external audit of the Company's financial statements.
  • Partners with Corporate Departments to execute projects and processes.
  • Oversea the corporate budget and forecast process.
  • Provide training and accounting guidance to field controllers and other corporate departments relating to accounting matters.
  • Review updates to the Company's internal accounting policies and procedures.
  • Review or complete ad hoc financial analysis.
  • Manage and develop professional staff.
  • This position may require travel by air, car and/or other modes of transportation up to 10% of the time.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Certified Public Accountant with a minimum of 4 years of experience at a Big 4 or Tier II National firm.
  • Experience working with Lawson and Essbase or similar general ledger systems, reporting tools, and database tools.
  • Previous landfill or environmental accounting experience.
  • Strong systems skills including Excel (including use of macros), general ledger, reporting tools, and database skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline (required).
  • Minimum of 10 years of combined public (Big 4 or Tier II National) accounting experience or public company SEC reporting experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in leading an External Reporting function that involved SEC disclosure and reporting, reconciliation, and accounting research.

This position is a hybrid role based at Republic Service's headquarters in Phoenix, AZ. Hybrid is 4-days per week onsite, and 1-day remote. This position will not be eligible to be fully remote.
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 capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
  • Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
  • Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations.
  • Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
  • Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
  • Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.

We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services' strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers' multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers' specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
Sustainability Innovation
Republic's recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation's first integrated plastics recycling facility. These innovative sites process rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
Our customers are increasingly looking for decarbonization solutions, and we are leveraging our network of landfills to meet that need. Republic is committed to harnessing landfill gas, a natural byproduct of decomposing waste, and converting it to energy. Republic has partnered with renewable gas developers to construct Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants at our landfills, expanding beyond the 77 projects we currently have to make progress towards our goal to beneficially reuse 50% more biogas by 2030 (2017 baseline year).
RECENT RECOGNITION
  • Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies
  • CDP Discloser
  • Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices
  • Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies
  • Fortune World's Most Admired Companies
  • Great Place to Work
  • Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global

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