Staff Accountant II (1808)

Staff Accountant II Role

At CoreSite, we empower a more connected future through high-performance data centers and interconnection solutions. Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital infrastructure while nurturing your professional growth and success.

As a member of the Company's Accounting team, the Staff Accountant II is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial operations for the company's owned and leased data center properties and corporate headquarters. This role includes completing accounting functional processes for multiple entities, preparing monthly journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, preparing financial statements and monthly, quarterly, and annual 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). Success in this role requires collaboration across departments, professional presentation and communication skills, adaptability to evolving business needs, and a proactive approach to financial analysis and reporting. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential for meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy. Beyond transactional accounting, this position requires a holistic understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles, the ability to analyze variances, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights into key business drivers.

Duties :

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of accounting principles specific to CoreSite's owned and leased real estate properties and corporate headquarters to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset reports, accrual analyses, and financial close packages, including income statement and balance sheet variance analyses against forecasts and historical data.
• Manage assigned responsibilities within the structured month-end close process, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, complete, and finalized by the 5th business day of each month.
• Maintain well-supported accounting schedules and reconciliations aligned with the general ledger and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, procedures, and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) requirements.
• Proactively research and address accounting questions, seeking guidance when needed and presenting thoughtful, well-considered solutions.
• Provide timely, accurate, and well-documented financial information to support external audits and quarterly reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting activities and resolve accounting-related inquiries.
• Assist with business process improvements and IT system enhancements that increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting department.
• Manage workload independently, track progress against deadlines, and communicate key updates without prompting.
• Provide support for additional financial, accounting, and operational needs, as well as other projects and duties as assigned.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and analyses as needed based on business development.

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Compensation :

Compensation for this role includes a base salary between $75,000 and $85,000 a year. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and equity, based upon individual and company performance.

Posting Timeline :

This position is expected to be posted through December 17, 2025.

Benefits :

CoreSite offers great benefits to all employees regularly scheduled to work more than 20 hours a week! Benefits include :

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