Assistant Controller (On-Site)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

  About Us
West Coast Self-Storage manages over 160 self-storage properties across the West Coast. Each property operates as its own entity, and our accounting team is part of the Support Center—a group dedicated to partnering closely with our operational teams to keep the business running smoothly. We value collaboration, accountability, and a service mindset, and we give our team members the autonomy to try new ideas and improve processes.

The Role
We’re looking for an Assistant Controller to join our collaborative accounting team in Everett, WA . You’ll work closely with the Controller and lead a talented group of professionals, including Accounting Managers, Property Accountants, Payroll and AP & Cash Reconciliation. Your focus will be on supporting the team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and partnering with our operational colleagues—from Store Managers to Regional and District Managers—to help the business thrive.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys coaching, mentoring, and collaborating with a highly capable and internally driven team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead,      mentor, and support a talented accounting team across multiple functions
• Oversee      the monthly 5-day close process across 160+ entities
• Partner      with operational teams to provide financial insights and support      day-to-day operations
• Support      and optimize our systems: NetSuite, AvidXchange, and Emburse
• Identify      opportunities to improve processes and workflows while keeping things      practical and scalable
• Maintain      consistency and accuracy in financial reporting and accounting practices

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s      degree in Accounting or Finance
• 8+      years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in multi-entity      environments
• Real      estate or property management experience is a plus
• Understanding      of payroll operations and payroll-related accounting is desired
• Strong      collaborative leadership skills and experience mentoring team members
• Excellent      communication skills and comfort working closely with operational      colleagues
• Systems-savvy      and open to process improvements

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative,      supportive, and high-performing team environment
• Strong      sense of ownership and accountability across the team
• Streamlined      processes and flexibility to try new ideas
• Meaningful      impact—your work helps both the accounting team and operational partners      succeed

$140k

Ready to Join Us?
If you’re a hands-on, collaborative accounting leader who enjoys working with a talented team and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue to grow and support our operational teams!

West Coast Self-Storage isn't only a great place to store, but a great place to work as well! We are a fast-growing company looking for thinkers, problem-solvers, and independent-minded people who get their greatest satisfaction from helping others. If you want to work in an environment where you can PROMOTE FROM WITHIN, apply today!.

To learn more about West Coast Self Storage Group, please visit our website at -us/careers/

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION:

West Coast Self-Storage Group (WCSS) is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. WCSS does not discriminate with regards to hiring, assignment, promotion, or other conditions of staff employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under local, state or federal law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of our positions.

West Coast Self-Storage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value having employees whose skills, experience and background reflect the diverse populations we serve.