Director, Lease Accounting & Financial Reporting

Finish Line

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Finish Line is seeking an Accounting Director, Leasing to lead the financial leasing and lease accounting for JD North America. You will drive ASC 842 compliance, oversee ROU assets and lease liabilities, and ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.

You will collaborate with Finance, Real Estate, Legal, Treasury, and Operations to optimize processes and governance. The role requires 8–10 years in lease accounting or related fields, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferred.
8–10 years of relevant work experience in lease accounting, financial reporting, or corporate accounting.
Experience in a complex, fast-paced environment with a high sense of urgency.
CPA certification is preferred; experience with large ERP systems is valued.

Responsibilities

Lead all financial leasing activities and lease accounting processes under ASC 842 and U.S. GAAP.
Oversee accounting and reporting of ROU assets, lease liabilities, rent expense, and lease classifications.
Review and approve lease accounting journal entries and reconciliations; support audits.
Design, implement, and continuously improve lease accounting processes and internal controls.
Coordinate with Treasury and Finance on IBR methodology and system integrity.
Provide financial guidance on new lease transactions and real estate initiatives.