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Sr. Lease Accountant (403527GK)

Overview

job salary$95,000 - $105,000/year
job locationIllinois -- Chicago
job typePermanent

Global, Publicly traded company looking for talent to join a growing team. Great benefits and compensation. 

 

Purpose of the Role:

You will be responsible for global lease accounting operations, ensuring full compliance with ASC 842 and maintaining the accuracy of facility, vehicle, and equipment lease data across the company.


Key Responsibilities:

Lease Accounting & Compliance

  • Lead and maintain lease documentation and schedules.

  • Ensure compliance with ASC 842, including lease classification and accounting for complex modifications.

  • Own monthly/quarterly/annual close processes for leases (journal entries, reconciliations, etc.).

System & Data Management

  • Oversee lease data entry and maintenance in the lease accounting system.

  • Validate lease schedules for accuracy and compliance.

Cross-functional Coordination

  • Collaborate with Real Estate, Fleet, Legal, and FP&A to ensure contracts are correctly reflected in financials.

  • Act as the SME for interpreting lease terms and accounting implications.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

  • 5+ years of related experience (corporate or public accounting).

  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, especially ASC 842.


 

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.


Contact information

Gina Kanellos