Data Center Expense Analyst

Equinix, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, disability and voluntary

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Equinix, Inc in San Jose, CA is seeking a Finance/Operations Analyst to resolve data center expense issues within a moderate scope. The role performs analyses and supports FP&A and Accounts Payable with budgeting, forecasting and month-end processes.

The successful candidate will collaborate across Finance and Ops teams to drive accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities include Procure to Pay, Budget Management and reporting, plus driving process improvements and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience preferred, Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Procure to Pay: Create Purchase Requisitions for country/region expenses; monitor PO KPIs; resolve PO problems with internal and external stakeholders; analyze budget and commitments for trends.
• Budget Management: Coordinate and consolidate budget and forecast inputs from Data Center Operations teams and drive forecast adjustments.
• Reporting: Run commitment tracking reporting for Data Center teams; generate KPI reporting around Ops tasks; support month end and accrual processes.
• Business Relationships: Act as key touch point for Ops finance queries; coordinate with Accounts Payable; ensure on-time deliverables.
• Financial Problem Solving: Conduct month end accruals; perform ad hoc analysis; propose process improvements and support implementation.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

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. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything - maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. 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

Resolves a variety of Data Center expense issues within a moderate scope. Performs general analyses independently and receives detailed instruction on new assignments.

Responsibilities

Procure to Pay Process

• Creates Purchase Requisitions for the country/region expenses within a moderate scope
• Monitors Purchase order KPIs and recommends process improvements
• Resolves PO problems through partnership with internal and external stakeholders
• Analyzes budget and commitments for trends to resolve inconsistencies and process adherence issues

Budget Management

• Coordinates and consolidates budget and forecast inputs from Data Center Operations teams, completes analysis to help drive forecast adjustments

Reporting

• Runs and provides commitment tracking reporting to Data Center teams, supporting Ops finance on month end reporting, variance commentary, and supporting the accrual process
• Generate KPI reporting around Ops tasks completion and accuracy (such as receipting) and provides analysis
• Provides process improvement recommendations and supports implementation efforts

Business Relationships

• Key touch point for Ops team on finance admin related queries
• Partners with vendors for moderate query resolution management working closely with the Accounts Payable team
• Ensures budget, forecast and month end deliverables are on time and accurate
• Acts as the link between the business and Finance to meet commitments

Financial Problem Solving

• Solves problems and utilizes experience to analyze possible solutions within a moderate scope
• Investigates actual vs. forecast variances and supports development of executive summaries
• Conducts month end accrual process
• Provides moderate levels of analysis and performs ad hoc duties as required; escalates complex analytic needs to FP&A team
• Provides recommendations for process improvement/efficiency gains and supports implementation efforts

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience preferred, Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Equinix Pay Range

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: United States - DC10 Washington DC : 88,000 - 132,000 USD / Annual United States - SV3 Silicon Valley : 96,000 - 144,000 USD / Annual United States - DA6 Dallas : 80,000 - 120,000 USD / Annual United States - NY4 New York City : 88,000 - 132,000 USD / Annual Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

• - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
• - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

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