Senior Accountant - ASC 842

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant - ASC 842

We are hiring for a great Senior Accountant role with a well established but growing company! Looking for someone who has strong ASC 842 experience whether it be in a full cycle role or in public accounting. Working on or having CPA already is required. Lots of growth opportunities within the company!

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the preparation, coordination, and maintenance of lease documentation to ensure accurate and timely recording of lease schedules in compliance with ASC 842.
• Manage lease-related activities within the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including preparation, review, and approval of journal entries.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in reviewing lease agreements and interpreting terms for proper accounting treatment.
• Perform and review detailed reconciliations of lease-related balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies proactively.
• Identify, recommend, and lead process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of lease accounting operations.
• Act as a key contact with cross-functional teams to ensure lease terms are accurately reflected in the accounting system.
• Monitor and respond to lease-related communications, escalating issues as needed and ensuring timely, documented resolution of inquiries.
• Prepare and review audit schedules for internal and external audits, serving as a primary point of contact for lease-related audit requests.
• Stay current on accounting guidance, regulatory changes, and best practices in lease accounting, and assess implications for company policies and procedures.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects related to lease accounting, including system upgrades, M&A activity, and policy updates.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience