Associate Accountant, Leasing & Asset Finance

About the Role

This is an entry-level accounting position supporting the operational accounting, reporting, and control functions of a portfolio of complex lease and financing transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Review transaction documentation and prepare supporting information for book and tax accounting entries, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor transaction funding requirements, cash flows, and ongoing payment collections, including oversight of intercompany loan activities and cash management processes.
• Maintain and reconcile subsidiary ledger data for a portfolio of complex lease and financing transactions, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial records.
• Prepare and compile information to support management reporting, financial analysis, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Perform reconciliations of various balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigate discrepancies, and provide analytical reviews and explanations of significant variances and trends.
• Maintain documentation and records to support financial reporting, compliance, and audit requirements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting may also be considered.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Oracle or other accounting systems is preferred.
• Operational accounting, treasury, or cash management experience is a plus.
• Leasing, equipment finance, or financial services industry experience preferred.