The Staff Accountant II is responsible for performing the accounting for several data center properties owned or leased by CoreSite. Accounting requirements entail preparation of monthly journal entries, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, preparation of financial statements and monthly reporting packages, including associated variance analysis of income statements and balance sheets, completing common area maintenance (CAM) reconciliations for some data center customers and obtaining an understanding of all accounting and financial reporting for these properties. The Staff Accountant II is involved in a structured monthly close process and is responsible for ensuring compliance with CoreSite's accounting policies, procedures and adhering to Sarbanes-Oxley internal controls over financial reporting (SOX 404).
In order to be successful, the Staff Accountant II must interact with various individuals throughout the Company and be willing to have their role evolve over time as CoreSite grows and adapts.
Duties: Full understanding of most accounting aspects of real estate properties owned or leased by CoreSite Preparation of monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset reports, accrual analysis, income statement and balance sheet variance analysis against forecast and historical months, and financial close packages Involved in a structured month-end close process that is completed by the 6th business day of each month Maintain the integrity of all accounting schedules and reconciliations to ensure consistency with the general ledger Ensuring full compliance with CoreSite's accounting policies and procedures Ensure internal controls over financial reporting are adhered to in order to maintain compliance with SOX requirements Providing support to external auditors during year-end audits and quarterly reviews Interact with various individuals in the Company to support financial reporting activities Assist with business process improvement and/or IT system initiatives as needed within the accounting department Promote and demonstrate the behaviors consistent with CoreSite's culture and values. Special projects as assigned Requirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail orientated with the ability to work independently as well as in team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product Excellent listening, written, verbal and interpersonal skills Knowledge of JD Edwards and/or similar ERP / financial accounting software is a plus High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Excels in a team-oriented work environment Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment Education/Experience: BA/BS or Master's degree (Accounting is preferred) Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in accounting is required Experience in monthly close process is required Strong understanding of GAAP accounting and SOX 404 is preferred CPA license is preferred Accounting experience within publicly traded or privately owned real estate investment trusts, other property-owning entities, or technology companies is valuable Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Compensation: Compensation for this role includes a base salary between $62,000 and $72,000 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and equity, based upon individual and company performance.
This posting is expected to remain open for applications until April 15, 2024 Benefits Not only does CoreSite have a fun, team-focused work environment, but we also offer great benefits to all employees regularly scheduled to work more than 20 hours a week!
First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage Dental insurance through Delta Dental Vision insurance through VSP Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, which includes an attractive matching company contribution Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15 percent discount 16 days of paid time off (PTO) 11 paid company holidays and additional floating holidays School visitation and elder care paid time off Parental leave, adoption and surrogacy benefits, and family planning/fertility support Wellness reimbursement program & wellness incentive program Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass Education reimbursement and student loan debt assistance program Employee assistance program, childcare resources, personal finance management support, and student loan debt assistance program Pet insurance Charitable matching program Applicant Privacy Notice : CoreSite is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information submitted by applicants. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires us to provide you information about our personal information handling practices. As a result, we're providing this Privacy Notice that describes how we collect, use, share, and update personal information from individuals who wish to be considered for employment with CoreSite. To read the Applicant Privacy Notice, please go to .
