Barnes & Noble

Sr Lease Accountant

Barnes & Noble$85K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting required
  • Minimum four years of accounting experience, specifically in lease accounting
  • Master's in accounting and/or CPA preferred
  • Experience with lease accounting software and Oracle ERP is a plus
  • Proficient Excel skills essential

Responsibilities

  • Manage lease accounting per US GAAP (ASC842) and IFRS (IFRS 16)
  • Review and analyze lease agreements for accurate accounting
  • Conduct technical research on complex lease arrangements
  • Maintain accuracy in Lease Accounting software, MRI Pro Lease Enterprise
  • Prepare monthly lease schedules and account reconciliations
  • Support internal and external audits effectively
  • Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes

Benefits

  • Employee Discount
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Sick Pay
  • Paid Time Off including Maternity and Parental Leave
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Responsibilities of this position include managing all aspects of Lease Accounting in compliance with US GAAP (ASC842) and IFRS (IFRS 16) ensuring financial statement accuracy. Added responsibilities include month-end and year-end close processes, support internal & external audits, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Variance Analysis, Forecasting, Journal Entries and Budgeting.

Benefits for those who are scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week include Employee Discount, EAP and Sick Pay. For those scheduled to work between 20 and 29.99 benefits include Employee Discount, EAP, Sick Pay and Paid Time Off including paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Company Paid Holidays, Transit and 401(k) with Company Match. For those scheduled to work 30 hours or more benefits include Employee Discount, EAP, Sick Pay and Paid Time Off including paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Company Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Company Match, Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision), Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts, Healthcare Spending Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Transit, and Tuition Reimbursement. All benefits provided are in accordance with the terms of the current plan and may be subject to future change. Benefit may vary depending on location/state regulations. More information can be received by the recruiter or Human Resources.

An employee in this position can expect an annual starting rate between $85,000 - $95,000 depending on experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law.

What You Do
• Manage Lease Accounting in compliance with US GAAP (ASC842) and IFRS (IFRS 16) ensuring financial statement accuracy.
• Review and analyze new and existing lease agreements and embedded leases to determine proper accounting under US GAAP & IFRS standards.
• Conduct technical accounting research and document complex lease arrangements.
• Maintain Lease Accounting software, MRI Pro Lease Enterprise, ensuring accuracy.
• Prepare monthly lease schedules.
• Prepare Account Reconciliations and account variance analysis.
• Prepare Annual Budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Support external & internal audits.
• Participate in day-to-day responsibilities of the Occupancy Accounting Department.
• Assist with any ad-hoc projects.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently, take initiative and drive process improvements.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in a high-volume environment
• Ability to effectively multitask, meeting tight deadlines
• This role is based out of our Westbury, NY office and requires being willing and able to reliably commute into the Westbury office.

Knowledge & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Minimum Four years work experience in the accounting field, lease accounting required..
• Master's in accounting and/or CPA Preferred.
• Experience with Lease Accounting Software & Oracle ERP preferred.
• Proficient Excel Skills

About Barnes & Noble

Barnes & Noble, Inc. is a bookseller company that operates mainly through its Barnes & Noble Booksellers chain of bookstores. The company was founded in 1917 by Charles Barnes and G. Clifford Noble and is headquartered in New York City. Barnes & Noble is known for its large selection of books, magazines, and newspapers, as well as its cafe and music section. The company also sells e-books and e-readers through its Nook Digital division. Barnes & Noble has struggled in recent years due to competition from online retailers and the rise of e-books. The company has closed many of its stores and has shifted its focus to its online business.
Learn more about Barnes & Noble
Size
3,270 employees
Market Cap
$82.5 million
Industry
Net Income
-$127.7 million
Founded
1873
5 Year Trend
-4%
Revenue
$1.4 billion
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