Senior Financial Systems Analyst

Who We Are:

It's exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.

As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. 

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Who You Are:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Systems Analyst to join our Development Accounting and Accounts Payable team, which is responsible for the accounting for billions of dollars of capital expenditures on an annual basis, managing monthly construction loan draws, providing detailed capital expenditure analyses and processing accounts payable. This role will focus on supporting and enhancing systems and plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of capital expenditure reporting across QTS’s REIT portfolio. The ideal candidate will also bring a strong understanding of accounts payable processes and a deep knowledge of accounting and project systems.

In this highly visible role, the successful candidate will automate manual processes and continuously improve reporting and system functionality. The candidate will also be responsible for preparing and presenting project reports, status updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in capital expenditure, project, and accounts payable systems and processes.
• Collaborate with Development Accounting, Procurement IT, and cross-functional business units to identify system requirements and improvement opportunities.
• Drive the automation of manual processes and workflows related to capital projects reporting and accounts payable.
• Prepare and deliver project reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior management, internal stakeholders and lenders communicating key insights and recommendations.
• Lead change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption during process changes.
• Support system configuration, integration, testing, and implementation initiatives for accounting-related systems.
• Ensure data integrity across financial systems impacting fixed assets, development projects, and accounts payable.
• Troubleshoot system issues and provide end-user support and training.
• Maintain process documentation and support audit and compliance activities.

What You Will Need to be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a finance systems or accounting analyst role
• Experience implementing or optimizing financial systems and process improvement initiatives.
• Experience with writing reports in large ERP systems such as Oracle or Workday
• Familiarity with real estate development lifecycle and capital project tracking.

Nice to Have:

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present clear, actionable reports and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build relationships across finance, technology, and operations teams.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable workflows, best practices, and their intersection with capital accounting processes.
• Comfort working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments with a focus on continuous improvement.

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

• QRest Sabbatical           
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days  
• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

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