Assistant Controller (On-Site)

West Coast Self-Storage Group; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Streamlined processes

Flexibility to try new ideas

Job summary

West Coast Self-Storage Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead a collaborative accounting team in Everett, WA. In this role, you will be responsible for mentoring team members, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and optimizing various accounting processes.

You will work closely with operational teams to provide financial insights and support day-to-day operations. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and over 8 years of relevant accounting experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in multi-entity environments.
• Real estate or property management experience is a plus.
• Understanding of payroll operations and accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a talented accounting team.
• Oversee the monthly close process across 160+ entities.
• Provide financial insights to support operations.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

AvidXchange

Emburse

Job description

Description

West Coast Self-Storage manages over 160 self-storage properties across the West Coast. Each property operates as its own entity, and our accounting team is part of the Support Center—a group dedicated to partnering closely with our operational teams to keep the business running smoothly. We value collaboration, accountability, and a service mindset, and we give our team members the autonomy to try new ideas and improve processes.

The Role

We’re looking for an Assistant Controller to join our collaborative accounting team in Everett, WA. You’ll work closely with the Controller and lead a talented group of professionals, including Accounting Managers, Property Accountants, Payroll and AP & Cash Reconciliation. Your focus will be on supporting the team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and partnering with our operational colleagues—from Store Managers to Regional and District Managers—to help the business thrive.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys coaching, mentoring, and collaborating with a highly capable and internally driven team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and support a talented accounting team across multiple functions
• Oversee the monthly 5-day close process across 160+ entities
• Partner with operational teams to provide financial insights and support day-to-day operations
• Support and optimize our systems: NetSuite, AvidXchange, and Emburse
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows while keeping things practical and scalable
• Maintain consistency and accuracy in financial reporting and accounting practices

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in multi-entity environments
• Real estate or property management experience is a plus
• Understanding of payroll operations and payroll-related accounting is desired
• Strong collaborative leadership skills and experience mentoring team members
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working closely with operational colleagues
• Systems-savvy and open to process improvements

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability across the team
• Streamlined processes and flexibility to try new ideas
• Meaningful impact—your work helps both the accounting team and operational partners succeed

$130k

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re a hands-on, collaborative accounting leader who enjoys working with a talented team and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue to grow and support our operational teams!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION:

West Coast Self-Storage Group (WCSS) is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. WCSS does not discriminate with regards to hiring, assignment, promotion, or other conditions of staff employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under local, state or federal law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of our positions.

West Coast Self-Storage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value having employees whose skills, experience and background reflect the diverse populations we serve.