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Company Summary
DISH, an EchoStar Company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products, and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
Department Summary
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.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
DISH Wireless Accounting is seeking a Fixed Assets Accountant II for a fast-paced, technical business environment. The position involves asset accounting and reporting, journal entries and reconciliations, and the development of insightful, robust analysis to facilitate management decision-making and to comply with external reporting requirements. We offer opportunities to make significant, visible contributions to a high-growth, startup-type business within a sound Fortune 250 company. Successful candidates will be able to build relationships and provide accounting guidance, recommendations, support, and oversight to colleagues across technology, finance, and systems development teams.
Our purpose is to safeguard company assets and produce timely, accurate, actionable financial information – while participating in the design and implementation of new systems, creating efficiencies, and developing strategies for executing across the Wireless buildout business.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare entries to accounts (GL and Subledger) documenting business transactions
Prepare reconciliations and analysis of fixed assets and related accounts
Month-end processing responsibilities
Develop solutions to capture financial data for unique business transactions
Analyze, validate, and determine the appropriate treatment and reporting for multi-year agreements with vendors
Track future spending commitments by evaluating contracts, agreements, and Purchase Orders
Perform ad-hoc analysis on Wireless buildout capital expenditures, and other initiatives as assigned
Maintenance of financial controls, policies, and procedures
Development, implementation, and continuous improvement of processes
Act as a steward of financial accuracy and data integrity
Prepare financial results and reports (monthly and quarterly) for leadership and for public reporting requirements
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Master’s degree a plus (Finance and related fields may be considered)
3+ years of experience in a fast-paced accounting environment, preferably in a technology business
Skills and Qualifications:
A working knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, procedures, and standards (journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, GAAP, SOX, and SEC Reporting)
Demonstrated aptitude for critical thinking in complex situations and ability to synthesize data into concise analysis
Intellectual curiosity, outstanding problem solving and strong analytical skills with the ability to seek, organize, analyze, and draw valid conclusions
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to exercise independent judgment, work independently and meet deadlines
Advanced skills in MS Excel and proficiency with financial tools (e.g., Oracle, OneStream)
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written presentation skills, and an ability to summarize complex concepts into understandable, easy-to-follow, effective communications
CPA, or equivalent qualification a plus
This role will be onsite in Englewood, CO
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $63,150.00/Year - $90,000.00/Year
Benefits
We also 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: DISH Benefits (https://careers.dish.com/about/benefits?pk_vid=7df16cf2830b8db21671727467e02e66) .
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. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.
This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. 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. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless.
Consistent with this commitment, DISH will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others, or is otherwise not required by law.