- Assist with the preparation of financial documents, general ledger entries, and other accounting functions.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide insights to management.
- Support key projects, including business acquisitions, integrations, divestitures, and systems implementations.
- Improve existing processes and controls, perform and maintain assigned internal controls.
- Develop a strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
- Collaborate with key cross-functional partners including finance, engineering, and internal audit on a variety of projects.
- Analyze outstanding purchase orders and assess accrual entries needed.
- Assess open purchase orders for accruals.
- Support cost allocation execution and analysis.
- Enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree, with a major in accounting or other related fields, with an anticipated graduation between December 2024 and December 2025.
- Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Uber does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as F-1, OPT or CPT
- Basic knowledge of GAAP and experience with excel.
- A minimum of one internship program or part-time work experience in a related field.
- International accounting expertise: Understanding of fundamental accounting concepts, tax principles, and reporting requirements in an international environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills: Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and propose solutions.
- Business partnering skills: Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and effectively communicating financial information to stakeholders.
- Process improvement mindset: Ability to recommend and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and accuracy in accounting processes.
- Independent worker: Demonstrated capability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- System implementation experience: Familiarity with system implementations or upgrades related to accounting functions.
- Proficiency in financial software: Knowledge of accounting software systems, such as Oracle R12, SAP, and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), is considered a plus.
- Advanced Excel skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use advanced functions for financial analysis.
- Knowledge of lease accounting under ASC 842.
2024 Accounting Operations Intern, US - Dallas, United States - Uber
Description
## About the Role
Join our Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), as part of the Uber Finance team, geared toward individuals with a passion and interest in pursuing a career in Accounting and looking to gain hands-on experience this Summer.
The internship will kick-start your career at Uber by learning first-hand from business partners while being exposed to the scale of a global technology company.
The program is based out of our Dallas, Texas, office.
So are ready to go deep, work on an exciting set of challenges, and seek exposure to the breadth of business functions and skills? - We'd love to hear from you
## What You'll Do
The Accounting operations team at Uber is responsible for ensuring all expenses and allocations are recorded in accordance with US GAAP.
In addition to producing accurate financials, the team also partners with cross functional stakeholders including Finance, Financial Risk Management, Regional Operations, Procure to Pay, as well as the external audit for the consolidated group audit as well as the ever-growing list of local statutory audits.
At Uber, we ignite opportunity by setting the world in motion.We tackle big problems to help drivers, riders, delivery partners, and eaters get moving in more than 600 cities around the world.
Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing [this form]).Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity.
Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office.
For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time.
Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.For Dallas, TX-based roles: The base hourly rate amount for this role is USD$26.00 per hour.
You will also be eligible for various benefits.
Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing [this form]).Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity.
Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office.
For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time.
Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.