Senior Accountant, General Ledger

Carvana • Tempe, AZ

19h

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a talented and high-performing Accounting team. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant is responsible for understanding related accounting concepts, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and working with other accountants in a team-based environment. This position will support the general ledger, ensuring it is accurate across multiple dimensions, and related internal reporting. This position will have a high level of visibility into the business model and interaction/collaboration with other business units in the company. The Senior Accountant should be detail-oriented as well as have a passion for efficiency and process improvement. Most importantly, you will see your insights have an immediate, tangible impact every day.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to collaborate among multiple business units.
• Organized and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated process improvement skills and/or mindset.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
• Analytical and detail oriented.
• A sense of urgency and professionalism, with impeccable communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s of Accounting.
• CPA license.
• SQL experience.
• Oracle Fusion, or other major ERP system, experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and preparing journal entries for various general ledger accounts.
• Preparing and reviewing monthly financial results based on operational information derived from multiple data sources.
• Analyzing trends and variances to forecast and prior periods.
• Reconciling and reviewing Balance Sheet and Income Statement Accounts, including researching variances, and maintaining supporting schedules and sub-ledgers.
• Assist with researching complex accounting transactions.
• Preparing and reviewing monthly reporting for Management and other business units.
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members by providing ongoing feedback and guidance.
• Preparing Ad-hoc Reporting for Management and leading or assisting with Special Projects as needed.
• Working directly/indirectly with external and internal auditors to ensure a smooth and timely audit process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees