WS - Senior Accountant

At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000 people makes our company a Great Place to Work® and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins with our values, which are lived through our employees and aligned to the needs of our customers and communities. From day one, we invest in your growth and your future, while giving back to the communities we serve. Learn more about WillScot and who we are, here.

As North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, we have helped customers across 260 locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, get the innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions that are right for their timeline and their project, Right From the Start. Learn More.

About The Job

WillScot (NASDAQ WSC) is the industry leader in providing storage solutions and modular workplace solutions to customers across North America. We serve ~50,000 customers with space solution needs daily through a network of 240 branch locations throughout North America. Our legacy is rooted in product innovation, a reputation for exceptional customer service, effective management of business operations, and the ability to attract and retain the industry's most talented staff and management team. Our values guide us to achieving our true potential and create an inclusive work environment which allows every person to thrive.

In 2020, two successful companies - WillScot and Mobile Mini - joined forces to become the leading provider of modular space and portable storage solutions. Our accounting team is seeking a Senior Accountant for the ASC 842 Lease Accounting team. The ideal candidate for this role is highly motivated, detailed, adaptable, and ready to expand their professional career/acumen. The Senior Accountant should be able to deliver exceptional performance in a fun and fast-paced environment.

This is 100% an in office role.

What You'll Be Doing

The responsibilities for this role are wide-ranging and will continue to grow and transform with the Company and individual. Responsibilities may include:

• Participation in the monthly close process, including preparing and booking assigned journal entries timely and in accordance with internal and external reporting
• Validate income statement expenses for operating equipment, financing equipment and real estate leases
• Participate in the monthly reconciliations and roll forwards of balance sheet accounts in Blackline, ensuring accounts are reconciled timely, reconciling items are addressed, and reconciliations are updated as efficiencies and improvements are identified
• Research technical accounting guidance for complex leases to determine the proper accounting treatment
• Be responsible for finance lease process/work with treasury department on financing for finance leases and assist with lease buyouts of financing equipment
• Prepare the financial statement disclosures for the 10-Q and 10-K
• Work with Finance team to assist with quarterly and yearly budgets
• Contribute to additional projects and assignments as needed
• Perform key SOX Controls over ASC 842 to ensure compliance with internal processes
• Assist in quarterly reviews and the annual audit process
  
  

Education And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and CPA or CPA candidate
• 2-5 years of public accounting or public company/large company experience
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and entire Office Suite
• Sound understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and the ability to apply GAAP to new and existing transactions
• Ability to problem-solve and analyze new information
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Thrives when working independently and is resourceful
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks and projects concurrently
• Positive, motivated contributor to the Company's all-hands-on-deck atmosphere
• Experience using SAP or large ERP systems, Blackline experience is a plus
  
  

This posting is for a(n) Existing Position.

Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or physical abilities required. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

All regular WillScot positions offer a generous benefits package to help our employees and their families Be Well. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off (including Company holidays), tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan with company match, and more! More information about benefits may be found here. Many positions also have variable pay opportunities including commission, bonus, performance rewards, or other incentive programs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.