7+ years in a controller role focused on real estate/lease accounting, preferably in multi-site retail
Hands-on experience with IFRS 16; ASC 842 knowledge is a plus
Proficient in ERP and lease software, with a preference for D365 F&O
Ability to manage high-volume, multi-currency, multi-entity processes
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or equivalent preferred
Experience in IPO-readiness or newly public company environments
Proven track record in mentoring junior finance staff and collaborating in large teams
Responsibilities
Own and maintain the global lease register across all markets
Assess new leases and amendments for IFRS 16 classification
Collaborate with Real Estate and Legal on lease agreements for accurate setup
Reconcile the lease sub-ledger to the GL and resolve variances
Review and approve monthly lease journal entries
Lead impairment testing of ROU assets and assess onerous contracts
Serve as control owner for the lease process under SOX 404 and support audits
Prepare lease disclosures and supporting schedules for financial statements
Set and monitor lease accounting policy across entities and local GAAP
Mentor junior team members and support finance transformation initiatives
Benefits
Paid pension plan and health insurance
Parental leave and additional vacation days
Conveniently located global headquarters in Copenhagen
Fantastic office facilities with a fully staffed JOE & THE JUICE bar
Flat hierarchy that values employee input and ideas
Lively monthly social calendar with various activities
Opportunity to take on a BTC shift in one of our bars twice a year
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Lease Controller will be working out of our New York office, with relocation to Copenhagen, Denmark possible. Reporting to Head of the Controlling the Senior Lease Controller is supporting the Head of Controlling and partner closely with the Real Estate and Growth team. The Senior Lease Controller own end-to-end lease accounting for JTJ's global store portfolio under IFRS 16 and of the process, supporting SOX 404 control ownership and audit readiness as part of the company's IPO preparation. This position is a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Own and maintain the global lease register (ROU assets, lease liabilities) across all markets in Trullion and D365 F&O
Assess new leases, amendments, terminations, and renewals for IFRS 16 classification and remeasurement, including sale-leaseback and modification accounting
Partner with Real Estate and Legal on new lease agreements to ensure timely, accurate system setup and contract data integrity
Own the monthly reconciliation of the lease sub-ledger to the GL; investigate and resolve variances
Review and approve monthly lease journal entries.
Lead impairment testing of ROU assets (IAS 36) and assessment of onerous contracts (IAS 37) for underperforming stores
Serve as control owner for the lease process under SOX 404; support internal and external audit testing
Prepare lease disclosures, maturity analysis, and supporting schedules for annual financial statements
Set and monitor lease accounting policy across entities and local gaap; act as escalation point for complex technical issues
Mentor and review the work of junior team members
Support finance transformation initiatives tied to lease process automation and system enhancements
WHO ARE YOU
+7 years of experience in a controller role with real estate / lease accounting, ideally with multi-site retail, exposure
Hands on IFRS 16 experience; ASC 842 experience is a plus
ERP and Lease software experience required; D365 F&O or other Dynamics ERP strongly preferred
Comfortable owning a high-volume, multi-currency, multi-entity process
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or equivalent credential preferred
Experience in an IPO-readiness or newly public company environment
Experience mentoring junior finance staff and working in large teams
OUR BENEFITS
We offer a benefits package that includes a paid pension plan, health insurance, parental leave, and additional vacation. Besides that, we provide some JOE-ified benefits:
Our global headquarters is conveniently located in the heart of beautiful Copenhagen, where over 200 friendly faces come together!
Fantastic office facilities, including a fully staffed JOE & THE JUICE bar, where we serve delicious breakfast, daily lunch, refreshing juices, and top-notch barista coffee.
At JOE, we embrace a flat hierarchy that values every opinion, creating a welcoming space for your ideas and suggestions to thrive.
Lively monthly social calendar filled with fun activities like running club, wine tasting, creative evenings, and Friday bars - there's always something exciting happening!
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to take on a BTC (Behind the Counter) shift in one of our bars twice a year, adding a unique touch to your experience
