Senior Accounting Analyst- REMOTE

$75,000 - $85,000/Yr

Ryder - Topeka, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Topeka, KS

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for managing the monthly accounting of operating and finance leases as a lessee. This role involves preparing related reports, processing lease payments to banks and lessors, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The analyst will also support various departments and assist in maintaining effective controls within the accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Gather relevant data on real estate leases and prepare classification tests as lessee.
• Set up right of use asset and lease liability schedules in the CoStar accounting software for operating and finance leases as lessee.
• Prepare monthly lease payment requests and provide backup to lessors.
• Post monthly entries to book rent expense, interest, and depreciation expenses out of CoStar for existing leases.
• Prepare monthly roll forward reports, quarterly maturity schedules, and monthly account reconciliations.
• Backup Accounting Business Partner on selected tasks.
• Ensure assigned controls are operating effectively.
• Provide support to other departments such as Treasury, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, Real Estate, and internal and external auditors.
• Report and analyze operating results and segment balance sheets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting required; Master's degree preferred.
• Three years or more experience in the Accounting field required; prior Public Accounting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical ability to effectively lead and complete projects.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines.
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Excel including nested formulas, xlookup, vlookup, and pivot tables.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave.
• Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.