Lease Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Lease Accountant to join we well known and reputable organization based in Las Vegas, Nevada. The lease accountant is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing lease-related transactions, and maintaining compliance with ASC 842 standards. The ideal lease accountant will bring expertise in lease accounting, general ledger reconciliations, and journal entries while demonstrating a strong commitment to precision and timeliness. Accountants with prior lease accounting experience (ASC 842) and a solid background in Accounting GL are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities for the Lease Accountant:

• Analyze and interpret lease agreements to extract critical details such as rent terms, escalations, and renewal options.

• Maintain and update lease data within the accounting system to ensure compliance with ASC 842.

• Prepare monthly journal entries, including adjustments for straight-line rent and lease liability amortization.

• Reconcile lease-related accounts and promptly address discrepancies to ensure accuracy.

• Process monthly rent payments, including base rent, percentage rent, and additional charges.

• Validate landlord invoices against lease terms to ensure accurate billing.

• Generate monthly and quarterly lease reports for management and auditing purposes.

• Support external audits by providing schedules, documentation, and detailed analysis.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with contractual obligations and financial reporting standards.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in lease accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and performing general ledger reconciliations.
• In-depth knowledge of ASC 842 and lease agreement terms.
• Strong skills in deferred rent calculations and amortization processes.
• Experience with month-end close procedures and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Familiarity with Oracle or similar accounting systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret lease documents with a high level of accuracy.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

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