Who We Are
Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. The company is an $11 billion publicly traded company (NASDAQ: CORZ).
We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations. Our footprint consists of 11 data center campuses across seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for our customers.
What sets us apart? We have an entrepreneurial culture, a "can-do" and collaborative attitude, and we own and control our infrastructure. These strategic advantages enable us to maintain operational excellence, increase efficiency, and rapidly deploy cutting-edge innovations developed by our team of experts.
Join us and accelerate your career alongside our groundbreaking journey. We seek smart, creative, and collaborative professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, result-driven environment. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply today and make an impact at Core Scientific.
Title
Staff Accountant
The Job
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role will support the monthly close process, account reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. You will gain exposure to core accounting functions, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to process improvements as the organization scales.
Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger analyses.
- Support the monthly and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Analyze financial results and investigate variances and trends.
- Maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with external audits and provide supporting documentation.
- Be a versatile team player that can perform various tasks ranging from routine close procedures to ad-hoc projects, including providing support across various departments as well as for external requests (e.g. external audit).
- Learn our system infrastructure and help identify ways to automate routine tasks using AI and modern accounting tools.
- Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team as well as with co-workers/ teammates and leaders across the organization.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience with accounting systems (experience with NetSuite, Workiva, and Blackline a plus) and strong Excel skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to work with geographically distributed teams
Preferred
- Experience in public accounting (Big 4 or top-tier firm)
- Strong academic performance and demonstrated leadership
- Internship experience in a fast-paced or multi-entity environment
- CPA or progress toward CPA preferred
Location
Miami, FL
Travel
Occasional travel may be required as needed.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely utilizes standard equipment, including laptop computers and smartphones.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. General hours and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some nights and weekends may be required.
Supervisory Experience (Yes or No)
No
Skills Required
- 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related field
- Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience with accounting systems and strong Excel skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Core Scientific Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Core Scientific and has not been reviewed or approved by Core Scientific.
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Healthcare Strength — Paying 100% of employee medical premiums alongside dental, vision, and life coverage points to a notably strong health benefits design. Offering multiple medical plan choices and substantial dependent coverage further reinforces healthcare as a standout component of total rewards.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with a 6% employer match and immediate vesting signals meaningful support for long-term savings. The presence of equity awards and potential bonuses adds additional reward vehicles beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — An unlimited vacation policy, paid holidays, paid sick days, and paid parental leave indicate broad time-off coverage. A remote work program and flexibility elements can also enhance the practical value of time off and benefits usage.
Core Scientific Insights
What We Do
We mine digital assets because we believe blockchain is more than just another disruptive technology. It’s an opportunity to reshape our institutions to be more fair, inclusive, and sustainable. We self-mine with a 100% carbon neutral footprint, and to date, 55-60% of our electricity comes from sustainable power, including solar, wind, and hydro. We take sustainability in our self-mining seriously.
Why Work With Us
Join our team to be at the forefront of this nascent technology that will shape our future. From processes to culture, we’re building something new from the ground up. Unapologetically, we work hard, run hard, keep bureaucracy to a minimum and hold ourselves accountable in our quest to build something special.
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