Senior Accountant

Public Storage • Frisco, TX • 1d ago

Company Description

Since opening our first self-storage facility in 1972, Public Storage has grown to become the largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the world. With thousands of locations across the U.S. and Europe, and more than 170 million net rentable square feet of real estate, we're also one of the largest landlords.

We've been recognized as A Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute. And, our employees have also voted us as having Best Career Growth , ranked us in the Top 5% for Work Culture , and in the Top 10% for Diversity and Inclusion .

We're a member of the S&P 500 and FT Global 500 . Our common and preferred stocks trade on the New York Stock Exchange.

Job Description

As the Senior Accountant you will demonstrate a deep knowledge of general ledger accounting and reporting and provide innovative solutions for process and policy improvement. You will play a critical role extracting and analyzing information from SAP to determine if accruals or adjustments are required.

Our group's work product has high visibility, consisting of: internal reporting and analysis reviewed by the CFO, CEO, other members of senior management, the Board of Trustees, and reporting to the SEC. As a result, this team member will have the opportunity to demonstrate their capability to meet and exceed the high standards of the group.

The Role

This person will report to the Accounting Manager, influencing people throughout the finance group and larger organization. Responsibilities include:

Ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, and entering transactions encompassing but not limited to payroll, benefits, travel expenses, insurance, cash movement.

Reconcile general ledger accounts, generate and record adjusting journal entries to ensure accurate reporting.

Summarizes financial results by collecting information and preparing internal monthly reporting and analysis of consolidated results to management.

Maintains allocation schedule and oversees monthly expense allocations.

Participate in the preparation of quarterly reporting and analysis for the Board of Trustees.

Adherence and preparation of support for internal control testing.

Prepare audit schedules and assist the independent auditors in their inquiries proactively identify and drive process improvements and standardization.

We are looking for the right fit from not only the technical perspective but a team fit as well. In addition to showing a desire and demonstrated potential for growth and advancement, some of the characteristics we would like to see in the successful candidate are:

Exposure to multi-entity environment with exposure to intercompany transactions and consolidation of results

Team player - someone who works toward team goals and achievements

Sense of urgency - ability to meet regular monthly/quarterly deadlines successfully

Quality of thought - the ability to understand and process opinions from all levels within the organization

Qualifications

Must have at least 5 years' General Ledger experience Minimum four-year degree in Accounting

Strong analytical, accounting, and intellectual skills/capacity

Advanced computer skills, especially in MS Excel, knowledge of SAP and Blackline is a plus

Self-starter with ability to multi-task and work under strict reporting timelines

Ability to develop cooperative relationships within all levels of the organization

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

Public Storage is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available for this posting. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

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We are united under one common goal - creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, included, and excited to be part of a best-in-class team. With over 5,000 team members from all different races, backgrounds, and life experiences, we celebrate inclusion and value the diversity each person brings to Public Storage. We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion makes us a stronger Company and instills a sense of pride across our teams and the customers we serve.

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