Lease Accountant

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Job Summary

We are looking for Lease Accountant to be part of our Leasing Operations team. You will be responsible for the accounting and administration of the Company's global lease portfolio. This role requires strong accounting skills, attention to detail, advanced Excel capabilities, and the ability to effectively partner with cross-functional organizations. The position supports lease accounting compliance, financial reporting, month-end close activities, and process improvement initiatives and reports to the Lease Accounting Senior Manager.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the accounting and review of lease transactions in compliance with US GAAP (ASC 842), IFRS, company policies, and internal control requirements

Manage lease accounting activities within Lucernex, including lease setup, modification reviews, and generation of accounting entries

Participate in month-end and quarter-end close activities, including preparation and review of lease-related journal entries and account reconciliations

Perform balance sheet and income statement flux analyses for lease-related accounts and investigate significant variances

Support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements, including lease disclosures and control certifications

Maintain and execute SOX controls related to lease accounting processes and ensure compliance with internal control standards

Partner with Real Estate, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of lease data and accounting treatment

Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, analyses, and responses to audit inquiries

Prepare ad hoc reporting and analysis

Participate in special projects and system enhancement initiatives as needed

Qualifications

Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance functions

Knowledge of US GAAP or local accounting standard

Strong attention to details and the ability to multi-task and work with limited supervision and within tight deadlines in the fast-paced environment

Experienced with Hyperion Essbase, Oracle Cloud, R12 or other ERP systems preferred

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Self-starter and team player with a positive attitude

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Preferred Experience

Lease Accounting (ASC842)

Oracle Cloud ERP

US GAAP

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.