Position Title: Sr Staff Accountant (P2)
Company Summary
Crown Castle is the nation’s largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand—connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we’re the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future. Crown Castle is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (CCI), is part of the S&P 500 and is one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US.
We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we’re an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology.
Role Description
Responsible for the day-to-day operations, monthly closing aspects and analysis of various accounting functions specific to revenue recognition of the Company’s Fiber segment.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations and monthly closing aspects of corporate accounting functions in compliance with the Company’s policies, US GAAP, debt agreements, SOX controls and/or other regulations.
- Complete account reconciliations pertaining to deferred revenue, unbilled revenue, and straightline revenue, among others, and prepare financial statements and reports on a timely basis, as required.
- Work with other functional areas and departments to assure accurate and timely flow of information into financial statements, providing excellent customer service.
- Analyze and research monthly financial statement variances.
- Responsible for planning, recommending, and implementing system and reporting enhancements, while partnering with IT and/or any key stakeholders impacted.
- Manage ambiguity by sharing anomalies and inconsistencies with leadership and assisting with resolution.
- Identify, research, and recommend conclusions to accounting issues and transactions.
- Be accountable to general ledger close and other sensitive deadlines.
- Act as a liaison between the company and its external auditors during audits and reviews.
Expectations
- Advanced knowledge of basic financial statement fundamentals, ledgers, and journal entries
- Experience with accounting software, Oracle preferred
- Expertise in MS Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven problem-solving ability
- Ability to develop financial acumen to better understand economic and financial value drivers
Education/Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
- Certified Public Accountant and/or MBA preferred
Experience/Minimum Requirements
- Five (5) years of related general accounting experience
- Prior experience with telecommunications, construction or real estate industries and/or public accounting preferred
Organizational Relationship
Reports to: Manager, Accounting
Title(s) Of Direct Reports (if Applicable)
Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office on Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home. There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel.
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