Senior Accountant

Lyft; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyft seeks a Senior Accountant to join the Accounting Operations team in Mexico, focusing on the monthly close, reconciliations, and controls in a fast-paced setting.

The candidate should have a BS in Accounting/Finance, 6+ years of experience (public accounting preferred), and strong English. Proficiency in Excel and Google Apps is essential; Oracle experience is a plus. Expect cross-functional collaboration and process automation.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• BS in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• 6+ years accounting experience; public accounting preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with SOX and internal controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Month-End: assist in monthly close and reconciliations across accounting teams.
• Process optimization to reduce close cycle time and drive efficiencies.
• Document and implement scalable accounting processes and controls.
• Conduct balance sheet analyses and provide insights into trends.
• Support audit activities with documentation and responses.
• Contribute to SOX compliance for accounting operations.
• Lead ad-hoc projects and cross-functional automation efforts.

Skills

Fluent English

Analytical skills

Excel & Google Apps

Oracle

Public accounting

Education

BS in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Oracle ERP

Job description

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

Lyft is looking to hire a qualified and experienced Senior Accountant to its Accounting Operations team in Mexico. This is a crucial role that will assist in overseeing accounting operations in a fast paced environment. The candidate should expect to leverage current skillsets while also focusing on learning quickly and adding value to the current processes.

Responsibilities:

• Month-End Excellence: Assist in executing the monthly close process and prepare reconciliations across various accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Process Optimization: Collaborate to streamline and enhance accounting operations, reducing the close cycle duration and driving efficiencies.
• Documentation & Controls: Assist in documenting and implementing scalable accounting processes and robust internal controls aligned with best practices and compliance standards.
• Balance Sheet Insights: Conduct flux analyses for specific balance sheet accounts, identifying trends and providing meaningful insights.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Partner with internal and external auditors by preparing necessary documentation and offering ongoing support throughout the audit process.
• SOX Leadership: Contribute to ensuring compliance with SOX requirements for accounting operations, helping to strengthen the internal control environment.
• Ad-Hoc Projects: Take on special projects in Accounting/Finance, working crossfunctionally to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful results and automations.

Experience:

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technology Skills - Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills - must have significant experience in Microsoft and Google applications; Oracle is strongly preferred
• Educational Background: BS in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 6+ years of accounting experience, including time in public accounting, with a proven ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced environments.
• Initiative & Independence: Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Problem-Solving Excellence: Strong accounting research and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Future-Forward Thinking: A mindset geared towards innovation, continuous learning, and contributing to the transformation of traditional finance practices