What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at SmartStop Self Storage?
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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 own, operate or manage 460 properties across 35 U.S. states and Washington D.C. and four provinces in Canada, with more than 35 million rentable square feet of storage space.
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.
This role is on-site at our Ladera Ranch, CA corporate office.
Accounting Manager Job Summary
The Accounting Manager will plan and direct the accounting activities of assigned staff members as well as support process improvements and policy and procedure development.
Salary range: $98,000 - $110,000 depending on experience annual discretionary bonus.
What You'll Do
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. Grow Together. Win Together.
Apply today and help us shape the future of self-storage!
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 own, operate or manage 460 properties across 35 U.S. states and Washington D.C. and four provinces in Canada, with more than 35 million rentable square feet of storage space.
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.
This role is on-site at our Ladera Ranch, CA corporate office.
Accounting Manager Job Summary
The Accounting Manager will plan and direct the accounting activities of assigned staff members as well as support process improvements and policy and procedure development.
Salary range: $98,000 - $110,000 depending on experience annual discretionary bonus.
What You'll Do
- Manages the preparation of the monthly financial statement close process and property level reporting.
- Coordinates and reviews monthly reporting from property accountants.
- Prepares and reviews journal entries and account reconciliations, etc.
- Assists in the preparation of internal reports for variance analysis.
- Prepares supplemental financial schedules.
- Supports process improvements.
- Supports integration of new property acquisitions.
- Assists in the coordination of all property tax payments.
- Coordinates and assists with external financial statement audits.
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
- Reviews quarterly property level debt compliance reports.
- Adheres to existing processes and procedures while actively contributing to and championing for continuous process improvements.
- Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration required.
- Minimum five years of related experience required.
- Superior attention to detail.
- Excellent management and supervisory skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
- Ability to collaborate and think creatively.
- Ability to resolve issues and influence team members.
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Life and Disability Insurances
- Paid Time Off
- Generous Holiday Schedule
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
- Opportunity to work with the best team in the industry!
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. Grow Together. Win Together.
Apply today and help us shape the future of self-storage!
Salary : $98,000 - $110,000