Corporate Accountant

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About Us

SmartStop� Self Storage (NYSE: SMA) is one of the largest self-storage operators in North America and a publicly traded real estate investment trust. Headquartered in Ladera Ranch, California, SmartStop owns or manages more than 460 self-storage properties across 35 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., and 4 provinces in Canada, comprising over 270,000 units and more than 35 million rentable square feet.

Our fully integrated team of more than 1,000 self-storage professionals is dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience and driving long-term value for our customers, investors, and communities.

SmartStop�s commitment to service excellence and workplace culture has been recognized with multiple industry honors, including being named to Newsweek�s Best Customer Service Award (2021, 2023 and 2024), earning the Reputation 800 Award (2022-2023), and being recognized as a Top Workplace in Orange County (2022-2024), an award based entirely on employee feedback regarding our culture, leadership, and values.

We�re growing fast � and we want you to grow with us.

Salary: starting at $95,000 depending on experience + annual discretionary bonus.

*The above represents the expected starting salary for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.

Location: 100% on-site at our Ladera Ranch, CA headquarters.

Corporate Accountant Job Summary

The Corporate Accountant will prepare financial reports to track the organization�s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting and other related duties in the accounting department.
• Assists with preparing monthly financial statement consolidation and quarterly financial statement packages for senior management.
• Coordinates and reviews monthly reporting from property accountants.
• Produces journal entries, account reconciliations, and other general accounting duties.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Prepares supplemental financial schedules.
• Assists in the preparation of internal reports for variance analysis.
• Assists with external financial statement audits.
• Assists with Treasury management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required.
• Minimum 1 - 3 years� experience in Public Accounting and/or private company accounting experience
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Be detailed oriented while multi-tasking in a fast-paced company
• Must be hands-on and work effectively in a demanding environment
• Be able to adapt quickly to change
• Real Estate/REIT experience a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Life and Disability Insurances
• Ample paid time off
• Generous holiday schedule
• 401(k) + matching with no waiting period
• Employee assistance program
• Paid employee referral program

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