ASC 842 Technical Accounting Consultant

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Accounting Consultant to support a high-volume lease accounting initiative focused on technical accounting analysis, documentation, and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex lease arrangements, apply ASC 842 guidance, and develop well-supported accounting conclusions for a large and evolving lease portfolio.
• Perform technical accounting assessments and analyses in accordance with ASC 842.
• Review and interpret lease agreements and related contractual arrangements to determine the appropriate accounting treatment.
• Evaluate lease modifications, reassessments, embedded leases, and other complex lease accounting matters.
• Research and apply U.S. GAAP to complex or non-standard lease transactions, documenting key judgments and accounting conclusions.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda, position papers, and supporting documentation to support financial reporting and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Real Estate, Procurement, and other cross-functional stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and document accounting positions.
• Support audit readiness by developing comprehensive, well-supported accounting documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Assist in establishing standardized methodologies, documentation practices, and scalable processes for lease accounting.
• Identify opportunities to improve lease accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and reduce operational risk.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support on emerging lease accounting issues as business needs evolve.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in technical accounting, accounting advisory, public accounting, or corporate accounting.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of ASC 842.
• Experience supporting the end-to-end lease accounting lifecycle, including lease modifications, reassessments, embedded lease evaluations, unit of account assessments, and control and substitution rights analysis.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memo and documenting accounting positions.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex contracts and apply accounting guidance to non-standard transactions.
• Strong accounting research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment while working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Big Four or national accounting advisory experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in technical accounting, accounting advisory, public accounting, or corporate accounting.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of ASC 842.
• Experience supporting the end-to-end lease accounting lifecycle, including lease modifications, reassessments, embedded lease evaluations, unit of account assessments, and control and substitution rights analysis.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memo and documenting accounting positions.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex contracts and apply accounting guidance to non-standard transactions.
• Strong accounting research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment while working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Big Four or national accounting advisory experience is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Technical Accounting
• Lease Accounting
• Accounting Research
• Financial Reporting
• Auditor Readiness
• Collaboration
• Process Improvement
• Emerging Issues

Benefits

Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.

Total Rewards include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Professional Development Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required)

Pay

W2 Hourly Rate: $80-90/hr DOE

Schedule

Not specified