Manager, Accounting

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Development Accounting Manager to work from our Overland Park, KS Headquarters. Quality Technology Services (QTS) is a leading provider of data center solutions across a diverse footprint spanning more than 9 million square feet of QTS Mega Data Centers throughout North America and Europe.

QTS is a Blackstone REIT Portfolio company.

The Development Accounting Manager provides leadership and direction to a team of accountants with primary responsibilities around managing the monthly close process while maintaining a strong controls environment and driving process improvements within the organization.

This includes preparing and reviewing journal entries for all accruals, allocations and reclasses, and reconciling balance sheet accounts.

This role is also responsible for the preparation and distribution of capital and fixed asset reporting and will have an integral part of the annual external audit.

They will provide ad-hoc information and analysis as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for maintaining a high-performing team including mentoring and training staff members and identifying cross-training opportunities

Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff

Lead and nurture a work culture with a positive attitude that promotes open, frequent and dynamic communication among staff, stimulating teamwork to accomplish desired goals and objectives

Lead team in execution and coordination of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and internal reporting, including review of work papers, analysis and other documentation supporting the monthly close process and month-end balances across all accounts.

Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Responsible for timely, accurate monthly accounting close including journal entries, reconciliations, and explanations of actuals vs. plan flux analysis

Maintain detailed account reconciliations and gain intimate knowledge of critical account balances

Review journal entries and other accounting transactions, maintain overall accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, and ensure that financial statements are GAAP compliant

Responsible for insuring the integrity of our data from our ERP and reporting systems, including the implementation of new systems

Provide support on annual financial audits including providing backup documentation and explanations as needed

Responsible for supporting management initiatives including process standardization and simplification, financial analysis and research, and reporting

Ensures defined internal controls are followed on a consistent basis for Sarbanes Oxley compliance

Assist in financial budgeting and forecasting

Ad-hoc projects and additional recurring responsibilities as deemed necessary by management

Assist with integration of acquired companies / properties

Collaborate with other departments to obtain information required for financial analysis and variance resolutions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

BA / BS in Accounting or Finance or Business Management with an emphasis in Accounting required

Seven or more years of experience in the accounting / financial reporting areas and in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ten or more years of experience in the accounting / financial reporting areas and in a fast-paced environment

Two or more years of Management experience

Workday experience or other large ERP systems

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

A strategic thinker with an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial processes

Ability to adapt to / effect change, and welcome new challenges

Intermediate / advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience with automated accounting systems

Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and be able to thrive in a fast-pace work environment

Must have the ability to effectively interface with all levels of the organization

Excellent communication skills and ability to work across functions.

TOTAL REWARDS

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes : medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
• 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program;

tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

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