Title:  Lease Accountant-Hybrid Schedule

Job Description

The Lease Accountant – Fixed Assets is responsible for performing a variety of routine and non-routine accounting functions including adjustments, variance analysis and journal entries creations, all supported with requisite documentation. This position will report to the Director – Technical Accounting.

Job Responsibilities

•    Work to improve on collection of contracts that may affect lease accounting.
•    Evaluate contracts to ensure leases have been appropriately identified and classified.
•    Review updates made to the lease system for new lease contracts, amendments to existing contracts and contract terminations.
•    Review journal entries to be recorded as part of the month end close.
•    Analyze and review general ledger account reconciliations as part of the month end close.
•    Verify rent expense is being classified and recorded to the correct accounts in the general ledger to support internal and external reporting.
•    Drive review and analysis of the relevant financial information and ensure appropriate communication to the regions and business partners is provided as needed.
•    Assist with the integration of the lease system into the general ledger system.
•    Respond to inquiries and ad hoc analysis.
•    Develop and drive process improvements.
•    Provide support for special projects, ad hoc requests and other duties as assigned.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting is required.
•    Two to four years of accounting experience is preferred.
•    Experience with contract reviews preferred.
•    Basic understanding of the new lease accounting standard (ASC 842).
•    Strong understanding and ability to reconcile balance sheet accounts required.
•    Ability to work within multiple systems and see opportunities for improvements.
•    Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
•    Ability to use Excel at a high level, including v-lookups and pivots required.
•    Strong analytical skills.
•    Strong oral and written communication skills.
•    Strong team player and self-driven individual.

Benefits

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.   Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.  Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.  For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.  ​

• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous PTO, Vacation and 9 paid holidays
• Volunteer days, community partnerships, Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts on select services and products
• Your choice of three medical plan tiers, two carriers to choose from & My Healthy Changes well-being program
• Adoption Assistance & Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Funding Sources and Scholarship Programs
• Retirement plan (401K or SIRP for those eligible) with match on annual contributions

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000.  If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer.  This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.​

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​There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected.  Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts.   For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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