Accounting Manager

eBay; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

eBay seeks an Accounting Manager to lead Financial Services and Transaction Losses, overseeing month-end close, reserves, and disclosures in a US GAAP/SOX environment. You will manage and develop a high-performing Controllership team with strong internal controls and cross-functional collaboration.

You will drive process improvements, leverage automation and data insights, and partner with Finance, Tax, Legal, and Technology to scale operations in a large, global company.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibility.
• CPA or equivalent required.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP and SOX and strong control environment.
• Experience with large-scale ERP environments (SAP/S4HANA).

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close processes and ensure accurate financial results and disclosures.
• Develop and scale Controlling teams with coaching and performance management.
• Collaborate across Finance, Tax, Legal, SOX, and Business teams to drive initiatives and controls.
• Oversee internal controls compliance and auditor engagements.
• Champion automation and data-driven improvements across close and control activities.

Skills

Leadership

CPA

US GAAP

SOX

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Automation & data

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP / S4Hana

Job description

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.

About The Team And Role

The eBay Controllership team is seeking a results-driven leader with a combination of technical and operational accounting skills to join the team as an Accounting Manager, leading Financial Services and Transaction Losses. This role will provide end-to-end controllership oversight over Financial Services and Transaction Loss Controlling teams and directly manage and develop a team of accounting professionals.

What You Will Accomplish

• Lead month-end close processes and ensure the integrity and completeness of the financial results, including oversight of accruals, key reserves and estimates, account reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, accounting positions, and related disclosures, ensuring alignment with US GAAP and reporting requirements.
• Lead and develop the Controlling teams, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Serve as a trusted and strategic Controllership partner across cross-functional groups (including, Finance, Accounting Policy, SOX, Tax, Legal, Shared Services, Technology/Automation, Product, and Business teams), providing leadership on key business initiatives by identifying accounting implications, establishing appropriate positions, and ensuring implementation of effective financial controls and scalable processes, while representing the Controlling function in global forums and decision-making discussions.
• Oversee internal controls compliance across related processes, including assessing control implications, designing and enhancing controls as needed, and leading relevant engagements with internal and external auditors.
• Champion a forward-looking, innovation-oriented mindset by continuously challenging both existing accounting processes and new initiatives, proactively seeking opportunities to leverage automation, data intelligence, and emerging technologies (including AI/ML), and reimagining how work is designed to enhance scalability, insight, and efficiency across the close and control environment.

What You Will Bring

• Dedication to working the hybrid model with 3+ days per week onsite in our Austin, TX office.
• At least 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility; experience in public accounting and within a large, complex, high-growth organization is preferred
• CPA or equivalent required
• Deep technical expertise in US GAAP and SOX, with demonstrated experience establishing accounting positions, overseeing key estimates and reserves, and maintaining a strong control environment
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and scale high-performing teams, including coaching, performance management, and succession planning
• Executive-level communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in complex, ambiguous situations and drive resolution of significant accounting, operational, and system matters
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills, with experience partnering across regional teams in a global environment
• Track record of driving scalable process transformation, leveraging systems, automation, and data capabilities to enhance efficiency and control effectiveness
• Experience with large-scale ERP environments; SAP / S4Hana experience preferred
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Additional Details

135,000 - $160,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. 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.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Remote roles are not eligible for U.S. visa sponsorship.

eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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