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Development Accounting Manager

Qts Realty Trust

Overland Park, KS

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Actuals, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Data Quality, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), English Language, Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Flux Analysis, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Network Operations Center, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Reconciliation, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scholarship, Set Goals, Staff Development, Staff Training, Support Documentation, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Overland Park, KS
POSTED
Today
QTS Data Centers is seeking a Development Accounting Manager to work from our Overland Park, KS office location.

QTS is a Blackstone REIT Portfolio company.

WHO YOU ARE:

The DevelopmentAccounting Manager combines a solid background in accounting and strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. You should be detailed-oriented and have sound judgment and strong reasoning skills, as well as a good analytic and problem-solving abilities. It is also important that you display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • 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
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
  • 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
  • CPA
  • 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.
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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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We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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