Assistant Controller - Onsite

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 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 beautiful Ladera Ranch, CA corporate office.

What You'll Do

• Preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial reporting for Senior Management
• Complete the financial statement consolidation process
• Treasury management
• Purchase accounting and onboarding for acquisitions
• Maintain and develop SOX and administrative policies and procedures that streamline the accounting processes
• Assist management to institute best practices for accounting functions
• Assist in the preparation of internal reports for variance analysis budget vs. actuals
• Support SEC filings – offering documents and financial statement
• Coordinate and manage external financial audits
• Support the financing of real estate assets
• Work with a multitude of internal departments – accounting, operations, legal, acquisitions, investor relations, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 depending upon experience annual discretionary bonus.

What We're Looking For

• CPA or in process of licensure, preferred but not required
• Public Accounting and/or public company experience, preferred but not required
• Real Estate experience, specifically with REITs, preferred but not required
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to perform technical accounting research
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or comparable work experience
• Experience preparing GAAP financial statements
• Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus
• Strong organizational, analytical, and oral and written communication skills
• Be detailed oriented while multi-tasking in a fast-paced company
• Possess creative thinking and ability to resolve issues
• Must be hands-on and work effectively in a demanding environment
  
  

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with a generous company matching
• Ample paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick and personal days)
• Monthly on-site free car washed and monthly catered lunches
• Work with a great team!
  
  

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!