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About the role and team
Working at Uber means solving hard problems in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment. You’ll join a team that bridges digital and real worlds, powering movement and shaping communities. As a Staff Accountant, you will be part of a disciplined Finance organization that ensures the smooth execution of strategic business objectives while maintaining excellence as the norm.
This role isn't about simply balancing ledgers; it’s about navigating the messy reality of a global business. You will help build scalable, controlled processes for Global Accounting and FinTech in an environment characterized by speed and constant change. If you are a resilient, detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and is motivated by real-world impact, this is where you’ll grow.
What you’ll do
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Develop and enhance internal revenue systems and support external audit requirements to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.
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Drive efficiency in month-end close processes through automation, outsourcing, and the implementation of best-practice frameworks.
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Navigate complex intercompany arrangements, including transfer pricing, entity structuring, and multiple functional currencies.
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Partner cross-functionally with Finance Engineering, Risk, and Treasury to identify system gaps and unblock technical dependencies.
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Own the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and maintain subledgers, ensuring accuracy even when priorities shift rapidly.
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Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for financial system enhancements, turning ambiguous requirements into actionable technical solutions.
Basic Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
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2+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance operations.
Preferred Qualifications
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex data manipulation and analysis.
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Ability to work flexible non-standard hours or shifting schedules to support global time zones.
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Experience with Oracle R12, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), or Blackline.
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Foundational knowledge of P&C insurance accounting or international transfer pricing.
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Strong systems thinking with the ability to manage complex projects while minimizing waste.
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Working towards a CPA, CA, or equivalent professional certification.
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Experience in a Big 4 audit environment or a fast-paced multinational corporation.