Sr Accountant - Lease Accounting
Irving, TX, United States18h ago
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Skills
About the role
Major Activities
- Prepare and record journal entries related to leases.
- Reconcile lease accounts, accruals, and clearing accounts monthly.
- Ensure GAAP-compliant accounting of leases.
- Analyze new and amended lease agreements for appropriate accounting treatment.
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial schedules for presentation at monthly business partner reviews.
- Prepare quarterly and annual audit schedules in support of public disclosures. Work with external auditors to ensure successful audits.
- Partner with the Financial Reporting Team to research and recommend changes in accounting for new literature related to US GAAP, SOX, or SEC compliance.
- Monitor and evaluate internal controls.
- Evaluate and enhance accounting processes for efficiency and compliance.
- Coaches staff, evaluates staff performance and effectively recommends other personnel decisions.
- Trains and develops staff to be best-in-class high performers,
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills
- Strong accounting (GAAP) skills
- Proficiency in MS Excel
Minimum Type of experience the job requires
- 5+ years of general accounting experience,
Preferred Education
- MBA and/or CPA, CMA
Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills
- Proficiency in Oracle ERP and CoStar or other lease accounting system.
Preferred Type of experience the job requires
- 3+ years of general accounting experience in retail including specific exposure to lease accounting.
- 2+ years of Supervisory experience
- Experience with SEC reporting requirements
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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