Staff Accountant II - Wireless

EchoStar; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA

401k match

Stock purchase plan

Flexible time off

Job summary

EchoStar in Littleton, CO is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage daily general ledger operations, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure data integrity. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and timely financial reporting.

You will lead month-end close, perform analyses to support strategic initiatives, and seek continuous process improvements. A Bachelor's in Accounting is required, with 2–3 years of experience and CPA a plus; in-person

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s a plus
• CPA or equivalent qualification a plus
• 2-3 years progressive accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 Accounting firm

Responsibilities

• Manage daily general ledger operations, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies, using your strong analytical skills to find solutions
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their operations and how they impact financial reporting. Your insights will help us make smarter business decisions
• Perform financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and help drive continuous improvement across the company
• Play a critical role in the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met with precision
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to the evolution of our accounting systems

Skills

Analytical skills

Accounting principles

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree (Finance/related)

CPA qualification

2-3 years experience

Job description

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily general ledger operations, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies, using your strong analytical skills to find solutions
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their operations and how they impact financial reporting. Your insights will help us make smarter business decisions
• Perform financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and help drive continuous improvement across the company
• Play a critical role in the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met with precision
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to the evolution of our accounting systems

Core Skills, Competencies, and Key Experiences (What you’ll bring)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Master’s degree a plus (Finance and related fields may be considered)
• CPA, or equivalent qualification a plus
• 2-3 years of progressive experience preferably with a Big 4 Accounting firm

Skills and Qualifications:

• A naturally curious person who isn't afraid to ask questions to get to the root of an issue
• A high achiever with a strong desire to learn and grow your career
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. You double-check your work and take pride in accuracy
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial partners
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Range

Compensation: $72,400.00/Year - $118,900.00/Year

About Our Department

Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.

About Our Company

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Benefits

We offer meaningful health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan. Review a benefits summary here: EchoStar Benefits
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies. Compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
This job posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
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