Accountant I

SBANS SBA Network Services, LLC; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Short/Long-term disability

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Remote workdays

Education assistance

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

SBA Communications is seeking an Accountant I to apply accounting principles under US GAAP and local GAAP. You will analyze finances, record fixed assets, depreciation, and assist with financial statements, ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations.

The role supports multiple levels of the organization with a focus on accurate reporting, timely close processes, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting or finance required or preferred.
• At least 1 year of relevant accounting or finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries within the general ledger.
• Complete timely month-end close and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare schedules for quarterly external audit and year-end audit.
• Prepare and administer all property tax declarations and related to buyouts or lease extensions.
• Gather documentation for local financial statements and assist with asset verification.

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 Wellbeing 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicable
• Equity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicable
• Health and Mental Wellbeing Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coverage
• Paid parental leave and company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD), where eligible
• Wellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives
• Personal Growth & Balance Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the role
• Education assistance and professional development and certification or licensing support, where eligible
• Performance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the role

Benefit 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.

Your Next Career Opportunity – Accountant I

Apply 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.

Primary 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.
• 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 & Requirements

• Associate's degree in accounting or finance; and at least 1 year of relevant experience in accounting or finance preferred.

Physical Demands

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 arms Visual 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

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 arms Visual 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.

These words describe our team members at SBA

Our strong entrepreneurial spirit has guided how we build our business, inspire each other and deliver for our customers. Wherever your location at SBA, as a member of our team, you will find colleagues who encourage you, challenges that energize you and leaders who appreciate you.

Introduce yourself to our recruiters, and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.

SBA Communications is an industry leader in providing wireless communications infrastructure essential to connecting businesses, communities and people, with a track record of growth throughout the Americas, Africa and in Asia. We are listed on NASDAQ under the symbol SBAC, and our organization is part of the S&P 500. SBA is also among the top 20 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) based on market capitalization.