xScale Transaction Accounting Senior Manager (Toronto)

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Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.

About

Scale During 2019, Equinix took a significant step in its plan to support the rapid growth of hyperscale customers with the establishment of a joint venture to own, run, and developx.

Scaled data centers in Europe. This milestoneset the foundation for funding and expandingx. Scale globally. In 2024, we expanded into the USA, marking the 6th and one of the largestx, Scale joint ventures to date. Today, xScale represents one of the fastest-growing and most strategically important areas of Equinix.

Role Overview

This newly created role reports directly to the xScale Controller and will lead monetizations, refinancing activities, and other transactions impacting xScale from an accounting perspective. It is a highly visible position offering significant learning opportunities and broad exposure to senior leadership and cross‑functional partners.

Main Duties

• Represent the xScale Controllership function from initial transaction planning through due diligence, deal execution, and operationalization partnering closely with Tax, PMO, Treasury, Corporate Development and Capital Markets internally and also investors, deal partners and auditors.
• Participate in early‑stage transaction discussions to provide the controllership perspective, identify accounting considerations, and highlight downstream operational impacts.
• Review term sheets, transaction structures, and proposed deal mechanics to identify areas requiring accounting, policy, or process input.
• Assess when Technical Accounting involvement is required for complex or non‑standard accounting assessments and coordinate timely engagement.
• Lead controllership workstreams during due diligence, including gathering information, coordinating inputs from global controllership teams, and identifying key accounting or operational risks.
• Facilitate deal‑related information requirements by driving prioritization and a more proactive approach across stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular touchpoints with xScale Controllership and functional accounting teams to monitor progress against transaction milestones.
• Consolidate and communicate status updates, issue logs, and required escalations to leadership.
• Translate transaction terms into actionable handoffs for operational teams, ensuring accounting treatments, processes, and reporting requirements are understood and implemented.
• Ensure readiness for post‑close operational execution, including systems configurations, journal entries, controls, and reporting processes.
• Support the first close cycle following a transaction to ensure accurate execution of all accounting requirements.
• Identify where new or updated documentation, controls, or process enhancements are needed and partner with teams to implement improvements.
• Act as a trusted controllership advisor to deal teams, helping them understand the accounting and operational implications of proposed transaction structures.
• Support internal and external audit needs related to transaction activity by coordinating materials and ensuring timely responses.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA is essential requirement. Big 4 Public Accounting experience is a requirement.

Experience with IFRS and US GAAP. Very strong communication skills with the ability and confidence to influence cross‑functionally.

Self‑starter who works on their own initiative. Previous experience in M&A; deals and transactions is a distinct advantage.

Pay Range

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: United States – Dallas Infomart Office DAI: 118,000 – 176,000 USD / Annual. Canada – Toronto Office TRO: 131,000 – 181,000 CAD / Annual. Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full‑time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or advantages. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits:

• Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Canada Core Benefits:

• Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix‑sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax‑Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
• Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing a request.