Staff Accountant, General Ledger

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and every day we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories! We've been changing the game since 2013, and we're not taking our foot off the gas now.


About the team and position

We're looking for a high-energy and motivated Staff Accountant to join our talented and high-performing team. The Staff Accountant will primarily be responsible for maintaining various general ledger accounts in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and working with other members of the Accounting Department in a team-based environment.


What you'll be doing

• Preparing journal entries based on operational information derived from multiple data sources.
• Reconciling Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts, and maintaining supporting workbooks or subledgers.
• Reviewing monthly financial results.
• Preparing monthly management reporting and ad-hoc special projects.
• Analyzing trends and variances to forecast and prior periods.
• Working directly/indirectly with external and internal auditors to ensure a smooth and timely audit process.
• Communicating and collaborating with team members and internal stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you should know/have

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting or a related field.
• A thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• The ability to collaborate among multiple business units.
• Strong business acumen, analytical thinking skills, and robust understanding of Finance and Economics.
• Demonstrate an eagerness to learn and work collaboratively with others.
• Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Detailed and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

It would be great if you also had

• Experience with large data sets across multiple platforms (Excel, SQL, ERP).
• Ability to manipulate data in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Text To Columns, IF Formulas).
• Experience working with a major ERP system.
• Possesses or in the pursuit of a CPA license.
• Master's of Accounting.
• Public accounting experience.

What we'll offer in return

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice