Accounting Manager Tax Compliance & Lease Administration (48401)

Overview

This role is a remote, full-time Accounting Manager position focused on Tax Compliance and Lease Administration for a complex, multi-entity organization with 25+ companies and 60+ locations.

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Accounting Manager serves as the primary internal contact for corporate tax matters and owns the full lifecycle of the organization’s real estate and equipment lease portfolio, including ASC 842 lease accounting and related reconciliations.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance and Tax Management

• Serve as the primary internal point of contact for corporate tax matters across the organization’s subsidiary portfolio.
• Manage relationships with outsourced tax providers to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax filings.
• Coordinate preparation and review of federal, state, local, sales and use, property, franchise, gross receipts, and other applicable tax returns.
• Monitor tax filing calendars to ensure deadlines and tax payments are met.
• Review tax returns and supporting schedules for completeness, accuracy, and reasonableness prior to filing.
• Gather and validate information requested by external tax advisors and auditors; coordinate responses to tax notices and inquiries.
• Assist with tax provisions and related financial reporting requirements.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, and assess/communicate impacts to the organization.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and integrations by coordinating tax due diligence and post-acquisition compliance activities.
• Maintain tax records, documentation, and compliance files; identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency.

Lease Administration and Asset Contract Management

• Manage the organization’s portfolio of real estate leases (offices, warehouses, branch locations, and other facilities), including key terms, renewal options, notice periods, critical dates, and landlord contacts.
• Coordinate lease renewals, amendments, terminations, expansions, and relocations with management, legal counsel, and external counterparties.
• Administer the organization’s equipment lease and financing portfolio, including operating leases, finance leases, vehicle and fleet agreements, and other long-term asset contracts.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 842 lease accounting requirements; prepare and maintain lease accounting schedules, ROU asset calculations, lease liability reconciliations, and related journal entries.
• Track rent escalations, usage-based payments, CAM charges, and other contractual obligations; review and approve lease-related invoices.
• Monitor equipment lease expirations and coordinate renewals, buyouts, returns, or replacements with operations and procurement.
• Support acquisition activities by reviewing lease portfolios, identifying obligations, and coordinating lease transfers or assignments.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations on lease-versus-buy decisions and other asset financing alternatives.

General Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; prepare and review account reconciliations and journal entries for tax, lease, and other assigned accounts.
• Assist with external audits and provide supporting documentation as requested.
• Develop and enhance internal controls, policies, and procedures related to tax compliance and lease administration.
• Participate in special projects, process improvement initiatives, and acquisition integrations.

Qualifications

Must Have

• 7 to 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with direct responsibility for corporate tax compliance and lease administration.
• Strong experience managing multi-state tax filings and compliance requirements through external tax service providers.
• Hands-on ASC 842 lease accounting experience, including ROU asset calculations, lease liability reconciliations, and related journal entries.
• Experience managing real estate and equipment lease portfolios across multiple locations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently in a fast-paced, distributed environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, and complex multi-location organizations.
• Public accounting background is a plus.
• Experience with lease accounting software and lease management systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefit products

Location

• Remote

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.