Lease Accounting Specialist

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Your role 
We are looking for a Lease Accounting Specialist who will manage the accounting activities relevant to leasing and rentals within the EMEA region, as part of the Finance Team.

Main responsibilities:

•    Provide operational guidance on lease accounting and its implications to stakeholders
•    Review contracts from an accounting perspective
•    Maintain and review data in the Real Estate Management tool
•    Post and process payments for landlords' invoices, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely handling
•    Reconcile vendor accounts
•    Reconcile Balance Sheet accounts
•    Perform closing activities, including month-end and year-end accruals
•    Prepare and record monthly journal entries
•    Support internal and external audits
•    Liaise directly with landlords

Main requirements:

•    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
•    Understanding of Accounting principles; knowledge of IFRS16 is a plus
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Attention to detail and accuracy in data handling
•    Effective communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and landlords
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•    Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
•    Experience with vendor accounts reconciliation and balance sheet reconciliation
•    Proficiency in using Excel
•    Good Level of English; other languages are a plus

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We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.