Senior Accounting Analyst - REMOTE

Ryder - Pierre, SD

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Pierre, SD

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, managing lease payments to banks and lessors, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The analyst will also support various departments and provide analytical insights into operating results and balance sheets.

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 & provide backup to lessors.
• Post monthly entries to book rent expense, interest & depreciation expenses out of CoStar.
• 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 required in Business or Accounting; 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.
• Must possess strong computer skills; advanced Excel required including nested formulas, xlookup, vlookup, 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.