Senior Accountant II

Aurora Innovation•Pittsburgh, PA

18d

About The Position

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn . Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Senior Accountant II to join the Corporate Accounting team. In this role, you will Take ownership of complex accounting processes timely, accurately, and efficiently, including the recording of journal entries and preparation of account reconciliations. Perform first-level reviews of journal entries and account reconciliations for lower-risk areas prepared by junior staff, ensuring accuracy and proper GAAP adherence Assist with the analysis of financial statements and variance analysis for month-end close. Support quarterly reviews and annual audits, serving as a point of contact for external auditors. Perform key SOX controls, maintain process documentation, and identify opportunities for risk mitigation. Spearhead process improvement and automation initiatives, evaluating and implementing AI solutions to scale financial operations alongside the organization’s rapid growth and growing datasets. Partner with the Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting team to research, document, and form opinions on accounting topics. Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A and operational business partners to ensure financial impacts are accurately captured Coach and mentor members of the Accounting team. Assist with ad hoc requests and special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
6+ years of relevant work experience, public company audit experience preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP; expertise in leases is preferred
Strong understanding of financial and operational controls
Experience using NetSuite, is preferred
Strong presentation, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Demonstrated history of driving process improvement and solving complex operational or accounting challenges
Attention to detail resulting in consistent, reliable, and accurate work product
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

CPA (or international equivalent)

Responsibilities

Take ownership of complex accounting processes timely, accurately, and efficiently, including the recording of journal entries and preparation of account reconciliations.
Perform first-level reviews of journal entries and account reconciliations for lower-risk areas prepared by junior staff, ensuring accuracy and proper GAAP adherence
Assist with the analysis of financial statements and variance analysis for month-end close.
Support quarterly reviews and annual audits, serving as a point of contact for external auditors.
Perform key SOX controls, maintain process documentation, and identify opportunities for risk mitigation.
Spearhead process improvement and automation initiatives, evaluating and implementing AI solutions to scale financial operations alongside the organization’s rapid growth and growing datasets.
Partner with the Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting team to research, document, and form opinions on accounting topics.
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A and operational business partners to ensure financial impacts are accurately captured
Coach and mentor members of the Accounting team.
Assist with ad hoc requests and special projects.