Accountant I

SBA Network Services, LLC; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Flexible remote workdays

Educational assistance

Job summary

SBA Communications seeks an Accountant I to apply accounting principles under US GAAP and local GAAP, analyze finances, and prepare financial statements. You will record costs for fixed assets, track depreciation, and support the organization’s financial integrity.

The role covers journal entries, month-end close, audits, property tax declarations, and collaboration with multiple departments. This on-site position emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting or finance; 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to prepare journal entries and analyze financial data.
• Familiarity with US GAAP and local GAAP is expected.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries within the general ledger.
• Complete timely month-end close and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare schedules for quarterly external audit review and year-end audit.
• Prepare and administrate all property tax declarations related to buyouts or lease extensions.
• Gather documentation for elaboration of local financial statements.
• Asset verification and analyses for obsolescence and disposition recommendations.
• Respond to landlord questions on payments and tax declaration information.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial analysis

Journal entries

Month-end close

Audit support

Tax declarations

Education

Associate's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Since 1989, SBA Communications has been a pillar of the wireless industry. Today, as a publicly traded global leader and S&P 500 company, our network of over 46,000 communication sites spans 10+ countries, forming the critical infrastructure that connects millions. We are the force behind the scenes —the essential infrastructure that keeps our world connected.We are looking for innovators to join the dynamic team that makes it all possible. In an industry that moves fast, we rely on our agility to stay ahead of the curve and deliver results. However, we never achieve it alone. Our culture is defined by a \"Team First\" focus, where every team member matters, and we collaborate passionately to support our customers' objectives.We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.In addition to a competitive salary range, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being.This includes:Financial Wellbeing401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicableEquity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicableHealth and Mental WellbeingMedical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coveragePaid parental leave and company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD), where eligibleWellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiativesPersonal Growth & BalancePaid time off and company-paid holidaysFlexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the roleEducation assistance and professional development and certification or licensing support, where eligiblePerformance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the roleBenefit offerings are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and applicable law, and may vary based on factors such as employment status, job classification, work location, and scheduled hours. Certain benefits may not be available to part-time employees or employees working fewer than 30 hours per week. The company reserves the right to modify or terminate benefit plans at any time, consistent with applicable law.If you’re ready to make an impact with a stable industry leader, we want to hear from you.Your Next Career Opportunity – Accountant IApply accounting principles under USGAAP and local GAAP to analyze and organize the finances of the organization and prepare financial statements. Record the cost of newly acquired and constructed fixed assets (both tangible and intangible), track existing fixed assets, record depreciation, and account for the disposition of fixed assets. Provide financial support to all levels of the company and ensure that all Company policies, country laws, and tax regulations are followed.What You Will Do – Primary ResponsibilitiesCompile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries within the general ledger.Complete timely month-end close and monthly reconciliations.Prepare schedules for quarterly external audit review and year-end audit.Prepare and administrate all property tax declarations related to buyouts or lease extensions.Responsibility to submit municipality’s annual business license declarations.Responsible for gathering documentation and information required for the elaboration of the local financial statements.Conduct periodic Asset verification and analyses for the potential obsolescence of fixed assets and inventory, and make recommendations to management on whether fixed assets should be disposed of.Attend to all Landlord questions, such as payment issues, tax declaration information or any special other special requests.What You’ll Need – Qualifications & RequirementsAssociate's degree in accounting or finance; and at least 1 year of relevant experience in accounting or finance preferred.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.Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.Ability to stand, walk and sit.Ability to reach with hands and armsVisual ability correctable to 20/20.Sitting up to 90% of the day.Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.Manual dexterity to input data into the computer and the calculator and operate the equipment listed above.Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Office/ Cubicle workspace.Moderate noise level.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.Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.Ability to stand, walk and sit.Ability to reach with hands and armsVisual ability correctable to 20/20.Sitting up to 90% of the day.Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.Manual dexterity to input data into the computer and the calculator and operate the equipment listed above.Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Office/ Cubicle workspace.Moderate noise level.#LI-DA1