Staff Accountant II

Job Description Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

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

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

This position ensures financial asset integrity and delivers accurate, timely financial reporting across business units within a high-growth operating environment. The role addresses complexities in data capture, standardizes account reconciliations, and streamlines general ledger transactions. In addition to core accounting execution, this function evaluates capital expenditures and implements process improvements to scale financial operations efficiently.

What Success Looks Like:

• Execute account reconciliations and general ledger entries to maintain financial integrity and compliance across all business units
• Design automated and optimized workflows to capture financial data for unique business transactions
• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis on capital expenditures and growth initiatives to support executive decision-making
• Apply AI-driven analytics and automation tools to streamline routine accounting processes, reduce manual variance analysis, and increase reporting speed
• Produce monthly and quarterly financial statements and reports for leadership with actionable insights

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies:

• Deep expertise in core accounting concepts, financial standards, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliation
• Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities to synthesize complex financial data into concise summaries
• Proficiency in AI literacy and financial technology tools to enhance data accuracy and operational efficiency
• Critical experience navigating fast-paced accounting environments, preferably within technology or high-growth business units
• Clear written and oral communication skills to present financial information to stakeholders across business units

Additional Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional designation

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience in a fast-paced environment
• Required Technical Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle Financials or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, procedures, and standards (journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis)

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $63,150.00/Year - $90,000.00/Year
Benefits

We 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. 

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

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.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process. EchoStar will 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 others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact View email address on us.fitly.work if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement , Pay Transparency , EEOC Know Your Rights ( English / Spanish )