Our client, a large services organization that operates nationwide, seeks a Staff Accountant for their Lease Accounting group. The Lease Accountant will be responsible for performing the monthly rent payment and lease accounting functions, including month-end close and day-to-day responsibilities related to lease and occupancy costs. This person will also be responsible for maintaining and updating the lease accounting software.
Lease Accountant Responsibilities Include:
- Perform the monthly, quarterly and annual rent accounting close process
- Maintain the lease accounting software
- Perform procedures to comply with the requirements of ASC 842
- Interface with various departments to ensure completeness and accuracy of lease information
- Act as liaison with landlords and provide timely responses to invoices and information requests
- Input and analyze information on leases, amendments, assignments, and other legal documents
- Make rental payments, including contingent and percentage rent, to ensure they conform to lease agreements
- Support external and internal audit requirements in preparation of schedules and timely responses to information requests
- Assist with preparation of footnote disclosures for quarterly and annual filings
Lease Accountant Requirements:
- 6+ months’ experience handling ASC 842 for a multi-location organization / client
