Accountant – External Reporting

American Tower

Accountant preparing SEC filings and managing complex accounting areas for American Tower. Collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $86,500 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, footnotes and supporting documents for 10-Q and 10-K filings.
Assist with earnings release support and tie-out processes.
Contribute to the preparation of statutory, local and benefit plan financial filings.
Maintain and update internal reporting controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
Research on technical accounting matters related to new accounting standards and treatment of complex transactions.
Perform monthly close activities for asset retirement obligation and stock-based compensation including journal entries, account reconciliations and fluctuation analyses.
Assist with special projects and other duties as required by management to support ongoing needs of the business.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in either Accounting or Finance required.
CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
1+ years of public accounting or SEC reporting experience required. Technical skills including knowledge of US GAAP, SOX and SEC reporting requirements.
Advanced Excel knowledge, including the use of pivot tables, preferred.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare coverage
401(k) savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Sick leave
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness
Annual bonus
Annual equity award
Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial statements preparation10-Q filings10-K filingsearnings release supportjournal entriesaccount reconciliationsfluctuation analysesUS GAAPSOX complianceSEC reporting

Soft Skills

written communicationoral communicationpresentation skillsorganizational skillsprioritizationcollaborationprofessionalismtime managementadaptabilityproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPACPA candidate