On-Site Corporate Accountant — Growth & Impact

smartstop; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Employee referral program

Free car washes

Free catered lunches

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

SmartStop Self Storage in Ladera Ranch, CA is seeking a Corporate Accountant to prepare financial reports, track assets and liabilities, and support tax and compliance activities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 1–3 years in public or private accounting, GAAP knowledge, and strong analytical skills. You will maintain the general ledger and assist audits in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 1–3 years’ experience in Public Accounting and/or private company accounting.
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of GAAP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Be detailed oriented while multi-tasking in a fast-paced company
• Must be hands-on and work effectively in a demanding environment
• Real Estate/REIT experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting and other related duties in the accounting department.
• Assists with preparing monthly financial statement consolidation and quarterly financial statement packages for senior management.
• Coordinates and reviews monthly reporting from property accountants.
• Produces journal entries, account reconciliations, and other general accounting duties.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Prepares supplemental financial schedules.
• Assists in the preparation of internal reports for variance analysis.
• Assists with external financial statement audits.
• Assists with Treasury management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Public accounting

General ledger

Month-end close

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Job description

SmartStop Self Storage in Ladera Ranch, CA is seeking a Corporate Accountant to prepare financial reports, track assets and liabilities, and support tax and compliance activities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 1–3 years in public or private accounting, GAAP knowledge, and strong analytical skills. You will maintain the general ledger and assist audits in a fast-paced environment.