Senior Manager, Accounting

At QTS, we provide world-class data center solutions across North America and Europe. Guided by our “Powered by People” strategy, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and teamwork drive success. As a Blackstone REIT Portfolio company, QTS values diversity, encourages continuous learning, and supports professional growth. Every team member plays a vital role in our achievements, and we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to work from our Overland Park, KS office. This role will lead a team of direct reports to provide corporate accounting and consolidation for a complex multi-national legal entity structure. Reporting to the Vice President of Accounting, this highly visible role will partner across European and US-based teams, including finance, accounting, legal, tax, treasury, human resources, and financial reporting.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

• Lead investment accounting for multi-national tierred legal entity transactions during budget, forecast, and month-end processes.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate consolidation of financial results.

• Coordinate with the tax department to deliver financial projections and actual results for areas of responsibility.

• Lead and mentor a growing team, fostering professional development and creating an environment of continuous improvement.

• Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficient audit processes.

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance financial processes and reporting systems for greater efficiency.

• Manage relationships with external service providers to maintain operational excellence.

• Provide upper management with timely, relevant reports to inform strategic decision-making. 

• Review and advise on consolidated monthly executive packages within your area of responsibility.

• Ensure compliance with internal control policies in a SOX environment, including updating and documenting business processes.

• Participate in due diligence and planning for unique transactions including international expansions, as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business.

• A minimum of 10 years of accounting or financial reporting experience

• Ability to work onsite in our Overland Park, KS office location. **We are open to relocation for qualified candidates**

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA, MBA, or a graduate degree in a finance-related field.

• Experience with Workday Financials or other large ERP systems.

• Proven background working in a large, US-based multinational company.

• 3+ years of investment method accounting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at the executive level.

• Demonstrated experience presenting to company executives.

• Strategic thinking capabilities and deep understanding of GAAP and financial processes.

• Professional agility to adapt to changing priorities and environments.

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Experience with automated accounting systems and ERP tools.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner across departments with competing priorities.

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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