Staff Accountant

Title: Staff Accountant

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About Applied Digital: 

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms. 

We are: 

• Forward-Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution. 
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers. 
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards. 
• At Applied Digital, we are committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward-thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant who ideally has experience with lease accounting to join our Finance team. This individual will be responsible for ensuring compliance with ASC 842, supporting the month-end close process, and collaborating cross-functionally to maintain financial accuracy and process efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting principles, analytical skills, and a desire to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accounting system including booking journal entries, performing reconciliations, and conducting variance analysis.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to accrued liabilities and prepaids, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and variance reviews.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all assigned financial reporting areas.
• Adhere to and support internal control processes and policies.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations during audit procedures.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to assist in management decision-making and strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies within accounting workflows and systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather required financial data and support business initiatives.
• Stay informed on updates in accounting regulations and industry best practices to maintain expertise in financial reporting standards.

Basic Qualifications:  

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience in Data Center, Technology Infrastructure, or Energy Operations industries.
• Familiarity with lease accounting (ASC 842) and operating cost allocation.

Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) or other work authorizations that require employer sponsorship.

Essential Skills: 

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication to document incidents and ensure proper shift handoffs.
• Collaboration: Ability to work closely with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.
• Adaptability: Flexible in responding to changes in process, tools, environment, and shift assignments.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through with minimal supervision.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains thorough and accurate logs, inspections, records, and documentation.
• Time Management: Manages time effectively to meet performance expectations and service levels.
• Integrity: Adheres to company policies, safety protocols, and professional ethics always.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Recommends and supports efficiency, safety, and system innovations.
• Documentation Discipline: Maintains clear, consistent records for operational continuity and compliance.
• Security Compliance: Maintains awareness of data center physical and logical security expectations.
• Digital Literacy: Uses productivity tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Excel, ticketing systems) for communication and documentation in office or hybrid settings.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents acknowledge that they possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.