Company Description
Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.
Our Technical Accounting Manager will be responsible for assisting with complex accounting matters, such as equity-based compensation, valuation and accounting for business combinations, and research and documentation of other complex accounting topics. This position will report to the Director of Financial Reporting, Corporate and Technical Accounting and will interact closely with various departments across Zayo, including Accounting, Investor Relations, Finance and Tax. The position will also assist the financial reporting team in the timely filing of all quarterly and annual financial statements, including the audit process.
Responsibilities
Research, analyze and document Zayo’s position in complex accounting matters, including revenue and lease transactions, business combinations, debt and equity instruments, pensions, consolidations and other non-routine accounting transactions
Present and explain the implications of various types of transactions to business partners and leaders across Zayo, including senior management and executives
Develop, document and educate others on Zayo’s accounting policies
Support the external audit process, including coordinating requests for support, responding to auditor inquiries and assisting with other audit-related matters as required
Assist in initiating, implementing and executing process improvements and controls
Oversee the preparation and submission of certain statistical and regulatory filings
Participate in other projects as necessary, including offerings for debt or equity instruments
Qualifications
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
Actively licensed CPA
Minimum of five to seven (5-7) years of national public accounting experience or a combination of public accounting and industry experience with SEC reporting experience
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting and filing requirements
Ability to research, analyze and synthesize conclusions for various accounting and financial reporting issues
Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise judgment in a fast paced and changing environment
Ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and produce quality work while dealing with interruptions
Strong planning, organizational and problem solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to work effectively across the Company’s various business segments and locations
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Oracle, OneStream, Toppan Merrill Bridge, or Salesforce, a plus
Experience in the telecommunications industry, a plus
Estimated base salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 USD/annually.
The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.
Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
Benefits, Rewards & Wellness
Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave
Zayo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Top Skills
Zayo Boulder, Colorado, USA Office
Our Boulder campus is located in the 29th Street Mall where employees can benefit from access to restaurants, retail, fitness and more!
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