Principal Accountant

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com . Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Accountant in our Hughes Network Systems division . This position will be located in our Germantown, M D office.
Responsibilities:

• Prepare recurring and period-end journal entries, reconciliations.
• Review trial balances monthly to identify unusual items, variances or trends, which impact the consolidated results.
• Recommend control improvements in areas of responsibility and work on projects to fix any control gaps or aid in efficiencies.
• Oversee and complete annual updates to overhead rates, reviews rates for reasonableness, and update activity-based rates liaising with finance and payroll.
• Ensure accounting transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and the company's policies.
• Partner with finance and business counterparts to support the business and help with their accounting needs.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 5+ years of related accounting experience including significant exposure to cost accounting principles and revenue recognition
• 3+ years working with large global ERP systems
• CPA/CMA (or international equivalent or in progress).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in accounting.
• Big Four experience.
• Experience in complex, high-performing companies of size and scope, with the ability to draw upon best-in-class policies, processes, and procedures.
• Demonstrates full-cycle accounting and analytical skills and enjoys working in a challenging and fast-paced environment.
• Advanced SAP user (both Finance and Controlling).
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and vlook-ups.
• Proven experience in a similar role at a large company involved in the manufacture of products.
• Familiarity with cost accounting standards and Government contract compliance.
• Self-directed with ability to research complex issues, work independently, and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proven ability to be decisive, resolve issues, and deliver on commitments and deadlines.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.
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Compensation Range
Annual Salary: $79,000.00 - $99,000.00
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial : 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
• Work-Life Balance : Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
• Employee Incentives : Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
• Health : Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to developing and promoting an inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer- Veteran/Disability. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.