Director Accounting – Washington DC

Company

Cogent Communications is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services in over 227 markets globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off ( PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401 ( k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Responsibilities

Monthly preparation, consolidation and presentation of worldwide consolidated US GAAP financial statements to CFO and CEOVariation and trend analysisBudget to actual results analysisPreparation of cash flow statements, monthly, quarterly and annual under US GAAPPreparation of monthly management reporting binder for CFO and CEO including Key Performance IndicatorsPrepare documentation for and coordinate with external auditorsCoordinate annual audit and quarterly reviews including tracking all auditor requestsAssistance in the preparation of periodic SEC filings including Form 10-Q and Form 10-K financial statements and footnotesAssisting and coordinating Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 compliance workAssisting in the development of policies and procedures and operational improvements and recommending ways to reduce costsMonthly reconciliation of intercompany balances between all domestic and international entitiesResponsible for the fixed asset process, including reconciliations, compliance, purchase orders and receipt verification for equipment purchasesMonthly reconciliation of all lease schedules including finance and operating leases to the general ledger, footnotes and company lease tracking databaseAssistance in finance related projects and presentation to senior management team

Educational & Experience Requirements

Undergraduate degree – accounting, finance or business3 years minimum of industry experience and public accounting experience a plusExperience with public companies and preparation and consolidation of international financial statementsExceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( US GAAP)Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft WordProficiency with accounting software - knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and Dynamics Navision a plusExcellent verbal communication and written skillsStrong mathematical and analytical skillsAttention to detailProven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

COVID-19 Policy

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy which requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated with one booster against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position and agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

To apply for the Director Accounting position, please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@cogentco.com.

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.