Senior Accountant - Hybrid

smartstop; Lake Forest (CA); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Holidays

Training & development

Employee referral program

Team culture

Job summary

SmartStop Self Storage in California seeks a Senior Accountant to assist with monthly close, consolidate financial statements, and support audits. You will maintain internal controls and coordinate reporting for senior management.

Reporting to the Controller, the role is hybrid after training, with on-site days in Ladera Ranch and some work from home. The position requires at least 2 years of accounting experience and a solid grasp of GAAP and cost accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or comparable work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Public Accounting and/or private company accounting.
• CPA or in process of licensure preferred, not required.
• Prior experience working in REIT a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of GAAP principles.
• Highly proficient with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Assists with monthly close process and consolidation for Senior Management.
• Coordinates and reviews monthly reporting from property accountants.
• Assists with SEC filings.
• Produces journal entries, reconciliations, and other general accounting duties.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Supports integration of new acquisitions.
• Prepares supplemental financial schedules.
• Assists in internal variance analysis and reporting.
• Supports external audits and related tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or licensure in progress preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Think Outside the Box!

Join a Company That’s Changing the Game!

At SmartStop® Self Storage, we believe in embracing change, driving innovation, and elevating every team member’s journey.

About Us

SmartStop® Self Storage (NYSE: SMST) is one of the largest and fastest‑growing self‑storage operators in North America. Headquartered in sunny Ladera Ranch, CA, we operate 200+ properties across 24 states in the U.S. and four provinces in Canada, with more than 18.7 million rentable square feet of storage space. With a recently acquired third party property management company, we are poised for great growth and success.

Our 1,000+ team members are the heart of our business, delivering an award‑winning customer experience year after year. We’ve earned Newsweek’s Best Customer Service for three consecutive years (2021–2023) and the prestigious Reputation 800 Award (2023). Plus, our workplace culture has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Orange County two years running — a reflection of the feedback we get from the people who matter most: our employees.

We’re growing fast — and we want you to grow with us.

Salary: $93,000 - $95,000 depending on experience + annual discretionary bonus

*The above represents the expected starting salary for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job‑related factors.

Senior Accountant Job Summary

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting with the monthly close process, financial statement consolidation, maintaining internal controls, preparing financial statements, supporting schedules for internal and external reporting, and assisting with the annual audit.

This job is hybrid after training with Tues, Wed, and Thur. on site in our beautiful Ladera Ranch Corporate Office and Mon & Fri WFH. Training requires on‑site daily, length of training is dependent on expereince.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of the monthly financial statement consolidation and quarterly financial statement package for Senior Management.
• Coordinates and review monthly reporting from property accountants.
• Assists with SEC filings.
• Produces journal entries, account reconciliations, and other general accounting duties.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Supports integration of new acquisitions.
• Prepares supplemental financial schedules.
• Assists in the preparation of internal reports for variance analysis.
• Assists with external financial statement audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or comparable work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Public Accounting and/or private company accounting experience.
• CPA or in process of licensure preferred, not required.
• Prior experience working in REIT a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Highly proficient with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Life and Disability Insurances
• Ample paid time off
• Generous holiday schedule
• 401(k) + matching with no waiting period
• Employee assistance program
• Paid employee referral program
• Free car washes every other week
• Free catered lunch every other week
• A collaborative and fun work environment!

Diversity

SmartStop® Self Storage, is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe in fostering an environment of inclusion, and seek contributors from all backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

Lead Together!