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About Equinix

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. They provide 10,000+ customers across almost every industry access to 2,000+ network services, 3000+ cloud and IT services, 450+ content, and digital media services, and 4,700+ enterprises.

Your role

The accountant will play a crucial role in managing and ensuring the accuracy of the Prepaids, PO Accruals, and Intercompany Transaction accounting, contributing to financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and posts journal entries in Prepaids, PO Accruals, and Intercompany areas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate classes or accrual requests.
• Prepare Global Balance sheet recons.
• Assist in preparing documentation for SOX-related tasks.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in internal controls related to general accounting.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Procurement, AP,
• AR, FP&A, Statutory, and GL Reporting to gather relevant information.
• Assist in preparing data for auditors during internal and external audits.
• Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and recommend improvements.
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by management.

Training & development

You will be assigned a project and work directly with teams to gain real-world experience, contribute to the business, and impact the digital world. Gain practical work experience by working on real business challenges and impactful projects. You will be supported throughout your journey by your manager, mentor, and an assigned buddy. You will also have access to resources, tools, and events aimed at supporting your comprehensive development. 

Benefits

As an intern at Equinix, you will experience the following benefits:

• Practical work experience on real business challenges and impactful projects.
• Support from the manager, mentor, and assigned buddy throughout the internship journey.
• Integration into Equinix's culture through Employee Connection Networks like Young Professionals Connect.
• Participation in a global community, attending events, and building lasting connections.
• Access to resources, tools, and events aimed at supporting comprehensive development.
• Equinix employees receive excellent health care and counseling plans that vary by country to ensure the well-being of you and your family. They offer paid vacations and holidays and encourage community involvement year-round via volunteer opportunities.

Career progression

Interns transitioning into full-time positions at Equinix will participate in a meticulously designed career development initiative, a six-month journey tailored to enhance their skills, expand their networks, and foster a sense of belonging within the Equinix community. This program is geared towards assisting employees in crafting rewarding careers and attaining their professional objectives.

Work-life balance

They prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional health of its employees, recognizing it as essential for business success. By developing a comprehensive global wellbeing strategy, Equinix integrates wellbeing into its ways of working, ensuring inclusive access to resources and support. This commitment extends to expanded parental leave benefits, reflecting Equinix's dedication to supporting employees through significant life transitions while fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Company culture

Equinix is committed to building and maintaining a culture where every employee can confidently say “I’m safe, I belong, and I matter”. The company values openness, honesty, service, courage, and growth, and puts the customer at the center of everything it does. They aim to create a workplace that reflects a rich diversity of thought, experience, culture, and backgrounds.

About you

Qualifications:

• On track to graduate 2025 with a Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field.
• Available to commit internship via University OJT or via form of the elective module (Flexible start date between June - September 2024)
• Graduating in 2025 is preferred.
• Based in Manila.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience in Oracle cloud accounting software is a Plus.

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.equinix.com
• youtube.com