Senior Director, xScale Controller

Equinix; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee global accounting operations within a fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse team while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS standards. You will collaborate across various departments to drive financial accuracy and support strategic initiatives. With a focus on process optimization and continuous improvement, this position is perfect for someone with a strong accounting background and a passion for leadership. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers ample opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Bonus eligibility

Equity options

Health benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in operational and technical accounting with 5+ years in people management.
• Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and financial compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team of 25+ accounting professionals and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and manage financial reporting.

Skills

Operational Accounting

Technical Accounting

Financial Reporting

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy

BS in Accounting and Finance

CPA or other designated professional qualification

Tools

Oracle EPM

Hyperion PBCS

OneStream

MS Office

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners, and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences, and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Job Summary

Equinix is a global enterprise with operations across 6 continents and over 200 IBXs. Additionally, we also support xScale franchise through various service agreements. This role is for a leader to run a global controllership organization within xScale. This individual will report directly to our VP Corporate Controller but will be in a matrixed organization supporting the VP of Finance and others. This position provides the ideal candidate with the opportunity to be involved in delivering, running, and leading global accounting operations, xScale related finance initiatives, including defining Controllership Operating Models, system enablement, accounting accuracy under US GAAP, IFRS, and other local GAAP. The individual will be working with cross-functional departments at all levels; this role will also facilitate communications within AMER, EMEA, and APAC regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and direct a global team of over 25 accounting professionals within xScale Controllership, providing guidance and development opportunities. Teams are located in Singapore, Tampa, FL, Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Bogota, Columbia.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, revenue accounting, lease accounting, construction accounting, and fixed asset management. Ensure timely compliance of all regulatory matters, including but not limited to ESG related (CSRD), Statutory Reports, Statistical Reports, Tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Cross-functional coordination, collaboration, and influencing to ensure matters are completed, including Global Shared Services (AR & AP), Global Controllership (Statutory Reporting, Technical Accounting, Consolidations, and Assurance), Tax, FP&A, and Treasury.
• Business Partnering with various non-finance stakeholders being the point of contact providing advice, optionality, clarity, business process, and leadership. Including but not limited to Sales & Sales Administration, Procurement, Operations, Design and Construction, Legal, Corporate Development, and others.
• Communications and escalation point of contact with Senior leadership within the larger Equinix organization, xScale organization, and where necessary JV investors.
• Ensure the timely preparation of comprehensive financial data and statements for xScale, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks within the business unit, providing insights to management for decision-making.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate policies to maintain financial accuracy and mitigate risks, including US GAAP, IFRS, and other accounting standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes for all Joint Ventures and legal entities.
• Provide sound and timely insight to support decisions, ensuring JV and Equinix considerations and impacts are well thought out. Ensure that xScale also balances the needs of Equinix, including deconsolidation and financial impact.
• Ability to time manage will be critical as there are multiple global time zones the individual will be responsible for.
• Building a team to scale, including process optimization/continuous improvement, automation, and systems assessment.
• Understanding and working in a matrix reporting structure.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant and Degree in Accountancy; with at least 10 years (out of which at least 5 years in people management in global enterprises) of working experience in operational and technical accounting background; preferably in Financial Reporting, GL and subledgers like Fixed Asset, Revenue, and intercompany transactions.
• Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and financial compliance.
• Team leader with a can-do attitude & positivity mindset, detail-oriented, meticulous at work, analytical, and possesses good problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of Oracle EPM, Hyperion PBCS, OneStream (not required, but preferred), and MS Office.
• Public Accounting experience (Big 4 preferred).
• BS in Accounting and Finance.
• CPA or other designated professional qualification.

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $250,000 to $310,000 per year.

Our range is determined by role, level, and location. 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 is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy/childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political/organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.