Position Summary
Republic Services is hiring an Accounts Payable (A/P) Support Specialist to support the purchase order process from start to finish and serve as the primary liaison between field operations and centralized A/P processing. This remote position (Central Time Zone only: AR, KS, MO, IL, OH, KY) requires strong organizational skills, accounting knowledge, and the ability to resolve exceptions efficiently.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PM CST
Location: Remote (Heartland Area only)
Equipment: Laptop provided
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, ESPP, paid time off, life and disability insurance, employee discounts, and more.
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate and create requisitions for assigned divisions, ensuring proper general ledger coding.
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Work with managers to handle complex post-collection orders.
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Negotiate vendor payment terms and discounts.
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Manage bidding and selection for local goods or services.
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Submit vendor add/change requests with proper documentation (e.g., W-9, insurance).
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Act as the liaison between divisions and centralized A/P processor.
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Research and resolve invoice reconciliation (IR) exceptions.
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Monitor daily receipt of goods and services.
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Support accounting functions such as scanning invoices, distributing checks, and assisting with month-end accruals.
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Identify error trends and recommend preventative solutions.
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Adhere to company policies and compliance requirements.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required.
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Minimum 2 years of office experience in accounting, purchasing, or accounts payable.
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Experience with Ariba (or other electronic procure-to-pay systems).
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Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley 404 guidelines.
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Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
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Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in environmental services with a mission to create a more sustainable world. Serving 13 million customers across North America, the company generated $14.9 billion in revenue in 2023. With more than 41,000 employees and 1,000+ facilities, Republic Services provides recycling, waste, environmental solutions, and innovative sustainability initiatives, including the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility.
Recognized among Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies and Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies, Republic Services fosters a culture guided by values: Safe, Committed to Serve, Environmentally Responsible, Driven, and Human-Centered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Republic Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.