Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Job Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated professional to be a key member of our technical accounting group. The Technical Accounting group is responsible for establishing the accounting for complex or unusual transactions, including business combinations, partnership structures, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, hedging, financial instruments and others. The group also develops, implements, and maintains global accounting policies. The group partners with other accounting functions and corporate groups such as treasury, tax, corporate development, real estate, legal and FP&A. The group has also an extensive interaction with the Company’s audit firm and third-party providers of due diligence, valuation and other services.
Responsibilities
Innovate and Lead: Evaluate the accounting and reporting consequences of potential transactions and provide input and suggestions to planned and proposed arrangements
Collaborate: Liaise with a range of internal groups as well as with the Company’s auditors and other service providers to drive and communicate accounting conclusions
Research: Research and document accounting positions for complex transactions, particularly in the areas of derivatives, financing transactions, and other financial instruments
Report: Assist the SEC Reporting team with complete and accurate disclosures of complex transactions
Stay Ahead: Follow emerging accounting issues and proactively analyze their impact on the Company’s results and financial position
Implement: Assist with implementation of new accounting standards
Compliance: Assist in the Company’s SOX (Sarbanes Oxley) compliance efforts as they relate to technical accounting and accounting policies
Qualifications
Expertise: Extensive technical accounting background, preferably with significant experience in derivatives and other financial instruments
Experience: Proven experience in researching and documenting complex accounting issues under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations
Transactional Insight: Ability to interpret transaction documents for accounting and disclosure implications
Professional Background: Minimum of 6 years of experience, including experience at a Big 4 accounting firm serving major SEC clients
Credentials: CPA certification or equivalent required; additional certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus
Skills: Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to communicate complex issues effectively
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Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
