Senior Accountant

Lyft

Mexico City, Mexico

On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with strong accounting and process-optimization experience working in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

Best fit for

Candidates with 6+ years of public accounting experience and a track record of process improvement
— “6+ years of accounting experience, including time in public accounting”
Professionals who thrive in environments requiring analytical rigor and compliance adherence
— “SOX Leadership: Contribute to ensuring compliance with SOX requirements”

Things to consider

The role demands fluency in English for communication and documentation purposes
— “Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills”
Candidates must be able to work independently and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision
— “Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with flux analysis and balance sheet reporting in your resume
— “Conduct flux analyses for specific balance sheet accounts”
Demonstrate your ability to implement scalable accounting processes in your application materials
— “Assist in documenting and implementing scalable accounting processes”
Emphasize your proactive approach to solving complex accounting challenges
— “Proven ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced environments”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

streamlining accounting operations
reducing close cycle duration
ensuring SOX compliance

Typical background

6+ years of accounting experiencepublic accounting experiencestrong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills

Skills & requirements

Required

Accounting OperationsMonthly Close ProcessReconciliationInternal ControlsSOX ComplianceAudit SupportProcess Optimization

Preferred

Oracle ERPSOX ComplianceContinuous Learning

Stack & domain

AccountingOracleMicrosoftGoogle ApplicationsSOX ComplianceInternal ControlsFinancial ReportingAuditingProcess OptimizationFlux AnalysisBalance Sheet InsightsCommunicationProblem-solvingAttention To DetailTeamworkInitiativeIndependenceProactivity

About the role

Original posting from Lyft

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
Lyft is looking to hire a qualified and experienced Senior Accountant to its Accounting Operations team in Mexico. This is a crucial role that will assist in overseeing accounting operations in a fast paced environment. The candidate should expect to leverage current skillsets while also focusing on learning quickly and adding value to the current processes.
Responsibilities:
Month-End Excellence: Assist in executing the monthly close process and prepare reconciliations across various accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
Process Optimization: Collaborate to streamline and enhance accounting operations, reducing the close cycle duration and driving efficiencies.
Documentation & Controls: Assist in documenting and implementing scalable accounting processes and robust internal controls aligned with best practices and compliance standards.
Balance Sheet Insights: Conduct flux analyses for specific balance sheet accounts, identifying trends and providing meaningful insights.
Audit & Compliance Support: Partner with internal and external auditors by preparing necessary documentation and offering ongoing support throughout the audit process.
SOX Leadership: Contribute to ensuring compliance with SOX requirements for accounting operations, helping to strengthen the internal control environment.
Ad-Hoc Projects: Take on special projects in Accounting/Finance, working crossfunctionally to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful results and automations.
Experience:
Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Technology Skills - Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills – must have significant experience in Microsoft and Google applications; Oracle is strongly preferred
Educational Background: BS in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 6+ years of accounting experience, including time in public accounting, with a proven ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced environments.
Initiative & Independence: Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
Problem-Solving Excellence: Strong accounting research and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Future-Forward Thinking: A mindset geared towards innovation, continuous learning, and contributing to the transformation of traditional finance practices
Please submit your resume in English.

Source: Lyft careers