Construction Accounting Manager (1852)
About The Position
As a member of the Company’s Accounting team, the Construction Accounting Manager is responsible for managing and directing data center construction accounting and financial reporting. This role ensures accurate and timely construction reporting, meaningful project-cost analysis, compliance with U.S. GAAP accounting standards, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control requirements. This position partners closely with Construction and Corporate Development teams to provide clear financial insights that support sound decision making across construction projects, including visibility into performance, risk, and profitability. As a newly created role within CoreSite, this position is expected to take an active role in establishing and defining its scope, responsibilities, and operating practices by partnering with leadership to align the function with organizational needs and construction industry best practices.
Requirements
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, maintain standard business hours, and ensure regular on-site presence up to two days per week.
- Flexibility to travel up to 5%, with the potential for increased travel or in-office presence as business needs evolve.
- Experience managing accounting for construction projects.
- Strong understanding of GAAP accounting and SOX internal controls over financial reporting.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Self-starter, flexible, and can work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent listening, written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Exhibits a strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.).
- Duties require broad conceptual judgment, initiative, and ability to deal with complex accounting issues.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting required.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in construction, cost, or development accounting.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of JD Edwards (or other ERP systems) and Hyperion Essbase a plus.
- CPA preferred.
- Experience in data center, telecom, or real estate industry is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze project costs, budgets, and forecasts to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.
- Prepare and present monthly project cost reports, variance analyses, and cash flow forecast for multiple data center construction projects.
- Collaborate with Construction Project Managers to review budget-to-actual performance, monitor project timelines, and assess project risks.
- Participate in month-end and quarter-end close processes, including project cost accruals, account reconciliations, and other necessary journal entry review.
- Maintain and update project cost tracking systems, including ERP and other financial reporting tools.
- Track and monitor capital commitments and approvals.
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal financial policies and procedures.
- Evaluate financial risks, develop and implement strategies to mitigate them.
- Contribute to special projects as needed, adapting to evolving business and technical needs.
- Promote and demonstrate behaviors consistent with CoreSite’s Culture and Core Values.
Benefits
- Compensation for this role includes a base salary between $116,100 to $130,800 annually.
- This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and equity, based upon individual and company performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
