Lease Accountant

Aston Carter; United States; Remote; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance (short & long)

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is hiring a Lease Accountant to consolidate lease accounting data by migrating from FinQuery to ProLease, ensuring accurate lease accounting and GL integrity. The role supports journal entries and detailed reconciliations in a large revenue-generating organization, with a fully remote setup and a contract-to-hire path based near Raleigh, NC.

The position requires experience with ASC 842, proficiency in general ledger processes, and the ability to handle high volumes of financial

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience performing account reconciliations.
• 5+ years experience preparing and recording journal entries.
• 2+ years ASC 842 lease accounting experience.
• Knowledge of lease accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency with general ledger accounting and reconciliation processes.
• Experience in an organization with revenue over $200 million.
• Ability to manage and validate large volumes of financial data with high accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in lease and GL accounts.

Responsibilities

• Migrate lease data from FinQuery to ProLease to centralize all lease accounting information in one system.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of lease data during migration, resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare and record journal entries related to lease accounting per standards.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of lease-related accounts to maintain GL accuracy.
• Apply ASC 842 lease accounting principles to classify, measure, and report lease transactions.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for leases.
• Review lease contracts and documentation to confirm proper accounting treatment and system setup.
• Maintain organized lease data records to support audits and reviews.
• Utilize FinQuery and ProLease, plus Deltek, to streamline workflows.
• Assist continuous improvement of lease accounting processes and configurations for a large organization.

Skills

Account reconciliations

Journal entries

ASC 842

General ledger

Data management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Revenue exposure >$200M

Tools

FinQuery

ProLease

Deltek

Job description

Job Title: Lease Accountant

Job Description

The Lease Accountant will play a key role in consolidating lease accounting data into a single system by migrating information from FinQuery to ProLease. This position ensures accurate lease accounting, supports the generation of journal entries, and contributes to maintaining a reliable general ledger for a large, revenue-generating organization.

Responsibilities

• Migrate lease data from FinQuery to ProLease to centralize all lease accounting information in one system.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of lease data during the migration process, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare and record journal entries related to lease accounting in accordance with established accounting standards.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of lease-related accounts to maintain an accurate and up-to-date general ledger.
• Apply ASC 842 lease accounting principles to properly classify, measure, and report lease transactions.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance team members to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes related to leases.
• Review lease contracts and related documentation to confirm proper accounting treatment and system setup.
• Maintain organized records of lease data, reconciliations, and journal entries to support audits and internal reviews.
• Utilize lease accounting and general ledger systems effectively, including FinQuery and ProLease, to streamline workflows.
• Support continuous improvement of lease accounting processes and system configurations for a large-scale organization.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience performing account reconciliations.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience preparing and recording journal entries.
• At least 2+ years of hands-on ASC 842 lease accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of lease accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency with general ledger accounting and reconciliation processes.
• Experience working in an organization with revenue over $200 million.
• Ability to manage and validate large volumes of financial data with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to lease and general ledger accounts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with FinQuery and/or ProLease lease accounting software.
• Familiarity with ASC 842 implementation and ongoing compliance.
• Background in using enterprise accounting systems such as Deltek.
• Comfort working with complex organizational structures and high transaction volumes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with finance and accounting stakeholders.

Work Environment

This role offers a fully remote work environment, allowing you to perform all responsibilities from your chosen location. You will work with modern lease accounting and general ledger systems, including platforms such as FinQuery, ProLease, and Deltek, supporting a large organization with revenue exceeding $200 million. The position requires a focused, self-directed approach, strong digital communication, and the ability to collaborate virtually with finance and accounting colleagues while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and professionalism.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 8, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.