Senior Accountant, Statutory Reporting

Equinix, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix is seeking a Senior Accountant (Statutory Reporting) to oversee statutory accounting and reporting for APAC legal entities. You will coordinate statutory accounts preparation, oversee local statutory audits, and ensure strong control fundamentals.

The role requires coordinating with GL, Revenue, Leasing, and FA teams to bridge US GAAP to Local GAAP, review trial balances, and assist auditors with disclosures and tax audits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in audit and accounting preferred
• Background in US GAAP/Local statutory audits or multi-country statutory reporting for US-listed corporations
• Proven experience in accounting operations and multi-country statutory reporting
• Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS with familiarity of regional local GAAPs
• Audit firm experience highly preferred
• Exposure to large multinationals and acquisition integrations is valuable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements with notes to meet statutory filing requirements under GAAP
• Manage reorganizations, M&A and legal entity formations per local GAAP
• Review US GAAP to Local GAAP bridges and provide guidance
• Provide review feedback to Accountants to ensure accuracy
• Prepare year-over-year local GAAP analysis with clear explanations of differences
• Review annual local GAAP trial balances before submission to auditors
• Assist in preparing disclosure schedules for local GAAP financials
• Support local GAAP and Tax audits and timing of adjustments
• Ensure timely submission of local GAAP requests and maintain procedures
• Track KPIs and perform ad hoc analysis as needed

Skills

Audit & Accounting

US GAAP

IFRS

Local GAAP

Statutory Reporting

Analytical skills

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Join our Equinix Corporate Controlling team and step into a dynamic role as a Senior Accountant (Statutory Reporting). The Statutory Reporting team plays a vital role in overseeing statutory reporting, external audit management, and financial control activities related to tax, treasury, and legal transactions.

As a Senior Accountant on this team, you will be at the front of managing statutory accounting and reporting for our legal entities across APAC. Your responsibilities will include coordinating the statutory accounts preparation process, overseeing local statutory audits for a portfolio of Equinix APAC legal entities, and ensuring rigorous adherence to control fundamentals that safeguard our organization's financial posture.

Responsibilities

• Craft Precision: Prepare meticulous financial statements, complete with comprehensive notes, designed to meet statutory filing requirements in compliance with various GAAP regulations
• Navigate Complexity: Manage reorganization, M&A, and Legal Entity formation transactions in accordance with local GAAP requirements, ensuring accuracy and consistency with local procedures
• Bridging Expertise: Review the US GAAP to Local GAAP bridges provided by GL, Revenue, Leasing, and FA teams, offering valuable insights and guidance in line with local GAAP procedures
• Precision Champion: Provide insightful review comments to Accountants, following up to ensure timely corrections and maintain local GAAP accuracy
• Compare & Analyze: Prepare year-over-year analysis for local GAAP statements, offering clear explanations for major differences to support decision-making
• Audit Oversight: Review annual local GAAP trial balances prior to submission to third-party financial statement preparers, managing collection of essential reports and supporting documentation for auditors
• Disclosure Specialist: Assist in preparing specific disclosure schedules to support local GAAP financials, serving as a liaison between accounting teams and auditors
• Audit Project Management: Support local GAAP and Tax audits, managing the timing and execution of local GAAP adjustments and audits
• Efficiency Driver: Ensure the timely submission of local GAAP requests, updating and maintaining local GAAP procedures for optimal performance
• KPI Management: Track and report on late submissions and other key performance indicators (KPIs), enhancing accountability and efficiency
• Flexibility and Initiative: Embrace ad hoc analysis as needed, showcasing your adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

We're seeking a dedicated individual with:

• 6+ years expereince in audit and accouting preferred
• Well-Rounded Expertise: Ideally, you bring a background either in combined US GAAP/Local statutory audits or in the preparation of multi-country statutory reporting for a US-listed corporation
• Solid Foundation: You should have proven years of experience preferred in performing accounting operations, demonstrating a strong accounting background and expertise in multi-country statutory reporting
• Regulatory Proficiency: An ideal candidate will possess sound knowledge of both US GAAP and/or IFRS, along with familiarity with various regional local GAAPs
• Audit Expertise: Experience in a public accounting firm is highly preferred, showcasing your understanding of rigorous audit practices
• Global Exposure: Previous experience in large multinational organizations, high-growth companies, and acquisition integration projects will be a valuable asset
• Analytical Prowess: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are key to succeeding in this role, as you'll be addressing complex financial challenges

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affliative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.