Join Our Team as a Lease Accountant!
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for lease accounting? We are excited to invite you to apply for the role of Lease Accountant with our client! This full-time, onsite position in beautiful Mountain View, CA, offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise in ASC 842 and FinQuery (formerly LeaseQuery) software.
As a key player in our client's accounting team, you will not only support day-to-day lease accounting operations but also lead the charge in optimizing the FinQuery platform. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!
Your Responsibilities
FinQuery Expertise:
* Support the end-to-end implementation of FinQuery, including lease data extraction and addressing system inquiries.
* Ensure all lease data is accurately entered into FinQuery and reconciled with the general ledger.
* Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for FinQuery within the accounting department.
* Provide training and ongoing support to internal teams for software utilization and functionality improvements.
Lease Accounting Compliance:
* Interpret lease agreements to determine proper accounting treatment under ASC 842.
* Prepare and maintain monthly lease accounting schedules, including journal entries, amortization schedules, and reconciliations.
Audit and Documentation:
* Assist with external audits by preparing supporting documentation related to lease accounting.
* Ensure accurate reporting and compliance for audit readiness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
* Collaborate with teams across real estate, legal, IT, and finance to streamline lease processes.
* Provide recommendations for process improvements and integration strategies.
What We’re Looking For
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* Minimum of 3+ years of lease accounting experience, with a strong knowledge of ASC 842 compliance.
* Proven experience implementing or optimizing the FinQuery / LeaseQuery platform.
* Adept proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, data analysis, etc.) is required.
* Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle is a plus.
* Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical abilities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Highly Preferred Qualifications:
* CPA certification or progress toward CPA designation.
* Experience working in a multi-entity or global lease environment.
* Prior consulting or project management experience specifically related to system implementations.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment. Enjoy the benefits of working with a supportive team, and take advantage of the chance to enhance your skills while making a real difference in the organization. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we can’t wait to meet you!