SkillBridge Opportunity: Specialist Accountant & Program Manager – xScale AI Data Center

About this role

Who are we? 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. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Equinix Emerging Talent, Military Program providing service members with transition assistance to the civilian workforce.   Equinix is proud to support transitioning service members and military spouses through the Department of Defense SkillBridge program . This opportunity provides hands-on experience in a hybrid role that combines  accounting expertise with program management to support the buildout of our xScale AI data centers—critical infrastructure powering the future of artificial intelligence and hyperscale computing.

This role is ideal for individuals with a background in finance, logistics, operations, or project management who are looking to apply their military-honed skills in a dynamic, global technology environment.

Are you a military service member within or nearing your 180-day window for separation from active duty? Are you a military spouse fellow wanting to engage a technology career? If this is you, then Equinix has a unique opportunity to help kick-start the next chapter in your professional life.

Please note: This program is exclusively for Military Spouse Fellows or Active-duty U.S. military personnel transitioning out of the military to civilian workforce. 

About xScale 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 develop xScale data centers in Europe. This milestone set the foundation for funding and expanding xScale globally. In 2024, we expanded into the USA, marking the 6th and one of the largest xScale joint ventures to date.

Today, xScale represents one of the fastest-growing and most strategically important areas of Equinix. This role is part of our global xScale Controllership team, supporting the largest and most complex U.S. joint venture. You will join a high-energy, collaborative environment where learning, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional partnership happen every day. The   Accounting Process Excellence   Lead   is responsible for   reviewing and redesigning core accounting processes   end ‑ to ‑ end . This includes mapping workflows,   identifying   inefficiencies or process bottlenecks, and implementing solutions that streamline work, reduce manual effort, and promote a “ fix ‑ at ‑ source ” approach. The role will collaborate closely with functional leads across   xScale   Controllership to drive standardization, enhance process and data quality, and ensure accounting activities   operate   efficiently, consistently, and with minimal rework. This temporary role will play a critical part in accelerating process improvements over a focused   four ‑ month   engagement.  

Main   Duties  

• P artner closely with team members and functional leads across   xScale   Controllership to understand current processes, pain points, and upstream/downstream dependencies across Capex, Revenue Operations, General Accounting, and Reporting

• Map   end ‑ to ‑ end   accounting workflows for key processes, documenting   current ‑ state   procedures, handoffs, controls, systems, and data flows with clarity and precision

• Identify   process bottlenecks, inconsistencies, and   non ‑ value ‑ added   activities, with a strong focus on root causes, upstream drivers, and areas with high manual effort or rework

• Design   future ‑ state   optimized processes that streamline work, strengthen controls, reduce manual touchpoints, and embed a consistent “ fix ‑ at ‑ source ” approach

• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and documentation to ensure clarity, repeatability, and consistency across global teams

• Drive process adoption and change readiness, including training, communication, and partnering with functional leads to   embed   process discipline and governance

• Establish KPIs (e.g., close cycle time, manual JE reduction, aging, rework metrics, standardization levels) to   monitor   process effectiveness and support continuous improvement

Qualifications  

• S trong process design and process mapping experience ( end ‑ to ‑ end ,   cross ‑ functional , accounting-focused)

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred)

• Demonstrated ability to diagnose inefficiencies, simplify workflows, and reduce rework/manually intensive activities

• Practical experience applying structured   problem ‑ solving   tools (LEAN, Kaizen,   root ‑ cause   analysis,   value ‑ stream   mapping)

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear documentation, visual maps, and recommendations

• A   self starter   who can   operate   independently,   build ing   fast credibility, and drive   outcome

• Financial background or education is   desirable  

Core Skills • Transitioning service member or military spouse eligible for DoD SkillBridge

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to diagnose inefficiencies, simplify workflows, and reduce manual/repetitive work

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders

Preferred • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred

• Hands‑on experience with structured problem‑solving methodologies (LEAN, Kaizen, root cause analysis, value stream mapping)

• Ability to produce clear documentation, visu

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