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About Us

SmartStop® Self Storage (NYSE: SMST) is one of the largest and fastest-growing self-storage operators in North America. Headquartered in sunny Ladera Ranch, CA, we operate 200+ properties across 24 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces, with more than 18.7 million rentable square feet of storage space.

Our 600+ team members are the heart of our business, delivering an award-winning customer experience year after year. We’ve earned Newsweek’s Best Customer Service for three consecutive years (2021–2023) and the prestigious Reputation 800 Award (2023). Plus, our workplace culture has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Orange County two years running — a reflection of the feedback we get from the people who matter most: our employees.

We’re growing fast — and we want you to grow with us.

Assistant Controller Job Summary

The Assistant Controller is responsible for providing high-level support to the Controller and CFO as they manage the accounting and financial activities for a specific REIT.

Location: This job is 100% on-site in our beautiful Ladera Ranch office.

Salary: $120,000 annually (based on experience) + annual discretionary bonus

What You'll Do:

• Preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial reporting for Senior Management
• Complete the financial statement consolidation process
• Treasury management
• Purchase accounting and onboarding for acquisitions
• Maintain and develop SOX and administrative policies and procedures that streamline the accounting processes
• Assist management to institute best practices for accounting functions
• Assist in the preparation of internal reports for variance analysis budget vs. actuals
• Support SEC filings – offering documents and financial statement
• Coordinate and manage external financial audits
• Support the financing of real estate assets
• Work with a multitude of internal departments – accounting, operations, legal, acquisitions, investor relations, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or comparable work experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant, or be in the process of licensure, preferred but not required.
• 6+ years Public Accounting and/or public company experience preferred but not required.
• Real Estate experience, specifically with REIT’s, preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Thorough understanding of, and ability to adhere to, generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to perform technical accounting research.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive Salary
• Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Life and Disability Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Holiday Schedule
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• A great team!

Diversity

SmartStop® Self Storage, is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe in fostering an environment of inclusion, and seek contributors from all backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

Lead Together. Grow Together. Win Together.
Apply today and help us shape the future of self-storage!