Management Accountant - 12 Months FTC - NEWPORT or Frankfurt

Vantage Data Centers; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center service provider in Newport is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join their Finance team. The Accountant will ensure accurate financial reporting, assist with monthly close processes, and contribute to process improvements. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1-3 years of experience. This role offers a collaborative work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting role or relevant industry experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of GAAP accounting principles.
• Experience with SOX compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of global allocation processes.
• Process expense reimbursements and validate expense allocation records.
• Prepare financial reports and assist in compiling audited financial statements.
• Provide audit support and maintain reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Yardi software

Job description

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Overview

Vantage is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our Finance team. The Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective internal controls, supporting the monthly close process, and assisting with financial reconciliations. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and offers opportunities to contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Monthly Close Procedures:

• Prepare and post journal entries and perform account reconciliations, focusing on expense classifications and accuracy.
• Assist in the monthly recording of payroll, collaborating with HR and finance teams to ensure proper allocation of costs.

Global Allocations and Process Improvement:

• Support the implementation and maintenance of global allocation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in the documentation and refinement of accounting policies as the company grows.

Expense Management:

• Process expense reimbursements, ensuring correct classification and adherence to financial policies.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to validate and maintain accurate expense allocation records.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for monthly internal reporting.
• Assist in compiling quarterly and annual audited financial statements and footnotes.

Audit Support:

• Provide audit support by preparing reconciliations and documentation for year-end audits.
• Maintain accurate and timely reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Assist in coordinating with internal and external auditors.

Process Documentation and Automation:

• Contribute to the development of process documentation to improve efficiency and financial reporting accuracy.
• Support process enhancements, including automation initiatives within monthly close activities.

Non-Routine Projects:

• Participate in various projects such as financial system upgrades, acquisitions, and other ad hoc initiatives as needed.

Additional Duties:

Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting role or relevant industry experience preferred.
• Real estate or corporate finance experience is a plus, but not required.
• Solid understanding of GAAP accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate within a team-oriented environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with SOX compliance and Yardi software is a plus, but not required.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Up to 5% travel expected, with potential to increase over time as the business evolves.

Benefits and Culture

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don’t meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.