Accounting Manager

eBay • Austin, TX

6d

About The Position

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. The eBay Accounting team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a combination of technical and operational accounting skills to join the team as an Accounting Manager . This is an opportunity to become a member of a dynamic organization supporting eBay’s largest, and multi-billion-dollar Marketplaces platform acting as the subject matter expert supporting the Payments business and driving operational accounting process improvement. Ideal candidates will use their accounting and process knowledge to contribute meaningfully to a winning organization. The successful candidate will find him/herself surrounded by sharp professionals with diverse backgrounds, operating in a fast-paced, intellectual, and team-oriented environment. Familiarity with financial statement preparation, financial reporting and regulatory reporting

Requirements

• Experience with Financial Statement preparation
• Experience in working for large company & dealing with large volume of transactions
• Experience in General Ledger accounting
• Process oriented with an attitude on how to achieve efficiencies within a function
• Detail, deadline and goal-oriented
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organization skills
• Be a self-starter with fast learning skills and able to work with minimal supervision
• Able to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency
• Desire to improve processes, implement new ideas and actively get involved
• BS/BA or equivalent experience in Accountancy or Finance (Required)
• 3 or more years of progressive accounting experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with regulatory reporting a plus
• Database and basic understanding of SQL query a plus but not required
• SAP / ERP experience a plus but not required
• CPA or Equivalent (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly close process
• Review and preparation of balance sheet fluctuations
• Ad hoc analysis of Balance Sheet accounts as requested by Business partners
• Review and preparation of journal entries and ad hoc reporting
• Partner with various business partners and locations to improve and streamline processes
• Drive process improvements through evaluation of processes in accounting day to day activities and implementation of changes for improved efficiencies
• Participate in automation projects to develop automation on routine/repetitive activities
• Keep job skills current with evolving accounting landscape
• Fulfill responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the Company values and behaviors and maintain high ethical values

Benefits

• The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave).
• Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager