Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesCandidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.This role addresses the challenge of maintaining financial integrity within a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment by ensuring the precision of complex reporting and the monthly close process. The Staff Accountant III solves the problem of translating vast datasets into clear, actionable business narratives that provide senior leadership with visibility into financial performance. By bridging the gap between technical accounting and evolving business operations, this position ensures that financial controls keep pace with rapid product innovation.
What Success Looks Like (Objectives)- Deliver a highly accurate and timely financial close by executing complex journal entries and overseeing core accounting functions
- Translate raw data into actionable business narratives through the rigorous analysis and presentation of monthly income statement and balance sheet variances
- Ensure financial accuracy and process integrity by maintaining comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies across subledger schedules
- Facilitate the seamless integration of new product offerings by collaborating with IT, Billing, and Operations to align accounting workflows with business growth
- Enable strategic decision-making for senior management by providing expert data interpretation and response to complex financial inquiries
- Improve the precision of financial projections by leveraging AI frameworks for predictive trend modeling and automating multi-step data retrieval tasks
Skills, Experience and RequirementsCore Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring)- Technical expertise in US GAAP with a specific mastery of ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
- Advanced proficiency in data modeling and Microsoft Excel to manage and interpret large, complex datasets
- AI Literacy and Application skills to utilize machine learning frameworks and AI agents for automated financial reasoning
- The ability to navigate ambiguity and solve problems creatively within a fast-paced, ever-evolving business landscape
- Critical experience in communicating complex financial findings to non-financial stakeholders and senior leadership
- Professional collaboration skills required to work cross-functionally with technical and operational departments
Additional Qualifications- Master's degree or specialized certification in Financial Technology (FinTech) or Data Science
- CPA (or equivalent qualification)
Minimum Requirements- Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related quantitative/technical field
- Minimum Experience: 2 years of experience in accounting or finance roles
- Required Technical Skills:
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (formulas, modeling, large datasets)
- Technical application of US GAAP (ASC 606)
- Experience with machine learning or AI frameworks for data modeling
Salary RangesCompensation: $72,350.00/Year - $103,400.00/Year
BenefitsWe offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed 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 based on work location.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
