Overview
The organization is seeking a Lease Accounting Specialist to join the team. This role maintains lease accounting schedules in accordance with ASC 842 and develops a comprehensive understanding of the lease accounting process, including related stakeholders, systems, accounting procedures, and internal controls that support both internal and external reporting.
The position is open to remote candidates located in select states across the U.S.
Responsibilities
- Maintain lease accounting schedules in compliance with ASC 842 standards.
- Build and apply an end-to-end understanding of the lease accounting process, including stakeholders, systems, and internal controls.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly analyses and related journal entries to support lease accounting activities.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner.
- Support internal and external audit activities, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
- Complete special projects and analyses as requested by department leadership.
- Stay current on accounting, reporting, and disclosure standards issued by FASB, SEC, and PCAOB and assess their impact on internal accounting and reporting practices.
- Provide analysis and support related to changes in accounting standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with a focus in Accounting or Financial Accounting.
- Minimum of one year of practical general ledger accounting experience, preferably in public accounting and/or corporate accounting environments.
- Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proactive approach to learning and adapting to changes in accounting standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans effective from the first day of employment.
- Life insurance coverage for employees, spouses, and children.
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal/sick days.
- 401(k) plan with 100% company match starting on day one (up to 5% of eligible compensation).
- Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 in the first year.
- Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
- Associate recognition and awards programs.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Free Cable One services for associates living in serviceable areas.
Location
Remote candidates located in select states across the U.S.
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or any other protected characteristic.