Staff Accountant I

Job Opportunity At DISHDISH is a Fortune 250 company with more than $15 billion in annual revenue that continues to redefine the communications industry. Our legacy is innovation and a willingness to challenge the status quo, including reinventing ourselves. We disrupted the pay-TV industry in the mid-90s with the launch of the DISH satellite TV service, taking on some of the largest U.S. corporations in the process, and grew to be the fourth-largest pay-TV provider. We are doing it again with the first live, internet-delivered TV service - Sling TV - that bucks traditional pay-TV norms and gives consumers a truly new way to access and watch television.Now we have our sights set on upending the wireless industry and unseating the entrenched incumbent carriers.We are driven by curiosity, pride, adventure, and a desire to win - it's in our DNA. We're looking for people with boundless energy, intelligence, and an overwhelming need to achieve to join our team as we embark on the next chapter of our story.Opportunity is here. We are DISH.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:Perform administrative and system set-up responsibilities related to the payment system used for license fee calculations.Perform contract summary reviews and understand Programmer contracts to determine payment requirements, calculations and impact to subscriber reporting.Review/audit economic terms of programming contracts to ensure payments are accurate and delivered in a timely manner to all programmers and vendors. Additionally, assist with circulation and tracking of payments for approvals.Assist Programmers as needed with account, payment, and statement analysis.Perform special tasks and ad hoc projects to contribute to the team goals of accuracy and efficiency.Skills, Experience and RequirementsDesired skills / experience:Ability to learn quickly, prioritize and work under pressure, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.Maintain high energy, a positive attitude, and have a desire to learn and maintain an inquisitive mindset with a willingness to question the status quo.Maintain a high degree of professionalism, discipline and enjoy the competitive spirit of adventure.Ability to assess and recommend improvements for processes and procedures; willingness to learn new concepts and work with teammates to find solutionsMinimum education required:4-year degree, preferably BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business AdministrationSalary RangeCompensation: $57,400.00/Year - $82,000.00/YearCompensation and BenefitsWe 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.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.