Accountant, Insurance and Investments

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

Lyft is looking for a motivated Accountant to join the Insurance and Investments team. This role will be critical in building a world class accounting organization to support our growth. This is an amazing opportunity to join a quickly developing team and make an immediate impact to the business. The ideal candidate must thrive in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to changing responsibilities and priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the monthly close process for Lyft insurance and investments (including but not limited to monthly investment activity, prepaid amortization and accruals)
• Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and flux analyses in accordance with close calendar timelines
• Assist in support of external audit, including preparation of audit requests and ongoing support
• Assist team in coordination with cross-functional partners to facilitate streamlined processes
• Assist in documentation/implementation of internal controls and ensure SOX compliance in areas of responsibility
• Proactively identify process inefficiencies and offer suggestions for improvements
• Perform special, ad-hoc projects in Accounting/Finance as requested

Experience:

• BS in Accounting/Finance, CPA license preferred
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong accounting research and problem-solving skills
• Experience in Microsoft with a strong emphasis on Excel is a must; Oracle Cloud/ERP experience is preferred
• A proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to multi-task, think creatively, and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Insurance and Investments experience is a plus but not required
• Ability to operate independently and as part of a larger functional team

Benefits:

• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
• Mental health benefits
• Family building benefits
• Child care and pet benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future
• In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid