Leasing Accounting Specialist with French
As a Leasing Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting process for lease contracts. You will ensure accurate lease accounting treatment, maintain lease records, prepare accounting entries, and support month-end closing and financial reporting in accordance with accounting standards and client requirements.
Role description:
Manage the end-to-end accounting process for lease contracts, including the creation and maintenance of new and existing lease agreements.
Calculate and record lease liabilities, right-of-use (ROU) assets, depreciation, and other lease-related accounting entries.
Process lease contract modifications, including renewals, amendments, reassessments, and terminations.
Prepare and post journal entries related to lease accounting and fixed assets.
Perform account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of lease balances and financial records.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing lease accounting data and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
Maintain accurate lease records and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting queries and support financial reporting.
Assist with audits by providing lease accounting documentation and supporting schedules.
Identify opportunities to improve lease accounting processes and contribute to process optimization initiatives.
Perform additional accounting and finance tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
Fluent French (minimum B2) and English (minimum B2).
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Lease Accounting or Leasing Accounting processes.
Experience with General Ledger (GL) and/or Record-to-Report (RTR) processes is an advantage.
Experience preparing and posting Journal Entries.
Experience performing account reconciliations.
Knowledge of lease accounting principles (IFRS 16) and fixed assets accounting.
Experience working with lease liabilities, right-of-use assets, and depreciation calculations.
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) is an advantage.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively within month-end closing deadlines.
Strong communication and collaboration skills in an international environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently while contributing to a team.