Uber

Sr Accountant

Uber$118K — $131K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in accounting or a relevant financial role.
  • B.A. or B.S. in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proficiency in U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.
  • Experience with cloud-based reporting platforms like Workiva/WDesk and Oracle R12 (preferred).
  • CPA certification or equivalent professional qualification (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Own preparation of financial statements, including Form 10-K and 10-Q, reflecting the complexity of global operations.
  • Navigate month-end and quarter-end close activities, managing deadlines across multiple business units.
  • Build and maintain complex financial schedules in Workiva, streamlining processes for execution speed.
  • Collaborate with Technical Accounting, Legal, and Product teams to assess financial impacts of transactions and campaigns.
  • Support external audit requests with thorough documentation for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  • Lead initiatives to improve processes that affect SOX compliance and internal controls.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Potential for equity awards.
  • Eligibility for 401(k) plan participation.
  • Various employee benefits available.
Full Job Description
Job Description

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What you'll do
  • Own the preparation of periodic financial statements, including Form 10-K and 10-Q, ensuring every disclosure reflects the real-world complexity of our global operations.
  • Navigate high-pressure month-end and quarter-end close activities, recording journal entries and reconciliations while managing competing deadlines across multiple business units.
  • Build and maintain complex supporting schedules in Workiva, figuring out how to automate and streamline processes to increase execution speed.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Technical Accounting, Legal, and Product teams to assess the financial impact of new transactions and growth campaigns.
  • Unblock external audit requests by providing clear, thorough documentation and support for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to mitigate SOX compliance issues, identifying opportunities to enhance internal controls in an ambiguous and evolving environment.


Basic Qualifications
  • 3 + years of experience in accounting or a relevant financial role.
  • B.A. or B.S. degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proficiency in U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with cloud-based reporting platforms such as Workiva/WDesk and Oracle R12.
  • Proven ability to work well in ambiguity and manage multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Systems-thinking mindset with a mix of public company experience and Big 4 audit experience.
  • CPA certification or equivalent professional qualification.


Responsibilities

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $118,000 per year - USD $131,000 per year.

You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

About Uber

Uber Entertainment, Inc. is a privately held video game development company headquartered in beautiful downtown Kirkland, WA. Uber is currently developing Planetary Annihilation, a next generation real time strategy game of epic proportions.

Uber Careers

There has never been a better time to join our global team of Uber professionals—pioneers in the world of transportation and technology. Work you’ll do Join Uber’s industry-leading team to help drive forward the future of mobility and logistics for some of the world’s most dynamic cities and populations. Transform the way the world moves with the brightest minds at Uber, where innovation meets functionality to create solutions for everyday challenges. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, operational excellence, and user-centric design. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and cities navigate their paths towards more efficient and sustainable urban transport solutions. Collaborate with a diverse group of Uber experts worldwide – a team dedicated to rethinking and improving the way the world moves. Introducing the Uber Innovation Hub We are building a market-leading team to pioneer advancements in transportation and logistics, ensuring Uber remains at the forefront of mobility solutions. Do innovative work Join a group of exceptional professionals where your skills in technology, leadership, and creativity can flourish. At Uber, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the core of everything we do. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise and innovation that’s second to none, enhancing how cities, companies, and communities connect. Be part of a great team Engage with a wide-ranging technology stack and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and collective problem-solving skills of our diverse team. Future-proof your career Advance your career with Uber’s commitment to professional growth, offering extensive training, development, and certification support. Go as far as your ambition takes you with limitless job opportunities in a company that’s reshaping the world’s approach to transportation. Explore Uber’s approach to predictive maintenance ensures our fleet remains ready and efficient, reducing downtime and improving service reliability. Our end-to-end mobility solutions are transforming the way cities think about transportation, making Uber a key player in the future of urban mobility. The Uber Leadership and Innovation Alliance Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help overcome challenges and lead transformation in the transportation industry. Clients and cities around the globe look to Uber for new strategies and solutions to drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to redefine the world of mobility. SEARCH UBER JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who drive at Uber. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Uber.
Learn more about Uber
Size
29,300 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.7 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+35.3%
Revenue
$11.1 billion
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