Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for assisting the Senior Director of Accounting in overseeing and managing various accounting functions of the Company, including accounts payable, property accounting and accounting activities related to the Company’s investments in joint ventures. The Accounting Manager will also assist in various accounting initiatives to streamline monthly processes and assist in offshoring low-risk accounting functions. You will play a key role in assisting and supporting the operations and financial responsibilities of the properties within the portfolio, providing various financial reports and accruals, and reconciliations. Due to the accounting department undergoing a significant transformation of process automation, improvements and various enhancements, you will be required to be in the office 3-4 days a week. You will work closely with the Senior Director of Accounting and other stakeholders to implement new processes for optimal month-end close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

Supervise, mentor and train a team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounting tasks.

Responsible for accurate and timely month end accounting close process including review and approval of accounting transactions comprising journal entries, invoices and payments reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Review property-related entries to ensure expenses are accurately allocated at a property level.

Manage the monthly close process including oversight of the supplier and other expense accrual processes and ensuring that team month-end close deadlines are met.

Assist in accounting matters and entries related to joint-venture activities.

Responsible for overseeing credit card expense processing and ensuring adherence to company policy.

Coordinate and assist with the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal policies.

Prepare and analyze various financial reports and statements from third parties and joint venture parties

Monitor and maintain internal controls and accounting policies, ensuring adherence to SOX and other regulatory requirements.

Ensure all payments comply with company policies, legal regulations, and tax requirements

Assist in re-evaluation of the accounting systems, processes, and procedures, to improve overall team efficiency.

Prepare regular reports on property-level analysis and accounts payable activity such as aging reports, and other metrics for senior management.

Assist in the transition of various tasks to offshore team.

Support the internal and external audit process, providing documentation and information as requested by auditors.

Research and stay updated on accounting standards, regulations, and best practices, and provide guidance and training to accounting staff and other departments as needed.

Assist in ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

CPA certification or equivalent preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience of which 2+ years of supervisory experience required.

Experience with property accounting preferred.

Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvement and change management initiatives within a finance function preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and other accounting standards and regulations.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.

Skills:

Handle multiple high priority projects with a keen attention to detail

Problem solver with demonstrated ability to assimilate new information, formulate solutions and alternatives for process and system solutions that achieve desired results timely and in a cost-efficient manner using sound analysis and judgement.

Demonstrate a positive attitude and maintain a high level of professionalism

Work independently while logically and strategically taking on accounting issues which adhere to US GAAP

Define reporting requirements for improved financial analytics, insights, KPIs, etc.

Demonstrates an advanced understanding of how multiple process collectively integrate to contribute to achieving business goals

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CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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