Lease Accounting Analyst

Lineage Logistics

Novi (MI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Medical insurance

Dental

Life and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus eligibility

7 holidays per year

Job summary

Lineage Logistics is seeking an Analyst, Lease Accounting to support the global ASC 842 lease accounting function across the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The role executes the monthly lease cycle (abstraction, journal entries, reconciliations, and disclosures) with accountability for accuracy and deadlines.

You will collaborate with regional teams and contribute to SEC reporting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 1–3 years in lease/accounting, with a CPA

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; 1–3 years of public, corporate, or lease accounting experience.
Working knowledge of US GAAP and strong Excel skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication and strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, month-end close environment.

Responsibilities

Identify new, modified, and terminated leases; abstract into the lease subledger with key terms referenced to contracts.
Verify lease classification and initial ROU asset calculations; maintain the lease tracker and documentation.
Complete monthly close; convert Journal entries to Workday accounts and prepare regional files.
Prepare holding cash and balance sheet roll-forward reconciliations; investigate variances above threshold.
Support quantitative ASC 842 disclosures for filings and assist with budget updates.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA license preferred

Tools

LeaseController

MRI

Workday

Job description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Analyst, Lease Accounting supports Lineage’s global ASC 842 lease accounting function across the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia Pacific, in support of quarterly and annual SEC reporting. This individual contributor executes the monthly lease cycle (abstraction, journal entries, reconciliations, and disclosure support) with a high level of accountability for accuracy, documentation, and deadlines. The role works independently within established procedures and escalates complex judgments to senior team members and the Manager.

Lease Abstraction & Administration

Identify new, modified, and terminated leases from monthly inquiries and apply Lineage’s materiality thresholds. Abstract qualifying leases and modifications into the lease subledger (LeaseController, transitioning to MRI), with key terms referenced to the source contract. Verify lease classification and initial ROU asset calculations against system output; maintain the lease tracker and supporting documentation. Process modifications and remeasurement events and support mass-import abstractions.

Month-End Close & Journal Entries

Complete the monthly close review and apply Workday FX rates. Convert LeaseController journal entries to Workday accounts and prepare regional files (US, Canada, Europe, and Asia Pacific). Load entries through Workday EIB, resolve import errors, and route entries through the approval workflow.

Reconciliations & Account Certification

Prepare holding cash and balance sheet roll‑forward reconciliations and investigate variances above threshold, documenting root cause. Support capital lease payment reconciliations for Europe and the UK and communicate differences to local teams. Prepare Blackline account certifications with complete supporting documentation.

Financial Reporting & Audit Support

Support quantitative ASC 842 disclosures for the 10-Q and 10-K and the quarterly lease completeness memo. Prepare variance commentary and assist with budget and forecast updates for lease activity. Provide documentation and explanations to internal and external auditors.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

Partner with AP, Real Estate, Transportation, Procurement, Treasury, Technical Accounting, and regional finance teams to resolve discrepancies. Support lease system implementation work, including data validation and remediation, and help maintain desk procedures.

What Success Looks Like

Accurate, complete work supported by documentation a reviewer can follow without further explanation. End‑to‑end ownership of assignments, delivered on the close calendar, with risks raised early. Timely, clear, and professional communication in writing and in conversation. Independent navigation of systems, with feedback incorporated so errors are not repeated.

Qualifications Required

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. 1–3 years of public, corporate, or lease accounting experience. Working knowledge of US GAAP and strong Excel skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, month‑end close environment.

Preferred CPA license (CPA candidates considered). Public accounting audit experience. Familiarity with ASC 842, Workday, and lease software such as LeaseController or MRI. Experience in a global, multi‑currency environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a thorough, self‑directed accountant who takes ownership of their work and communicates well at every level of the organization. Audit experience and a CPA are a strong fit because the role rewards documentation discipline, professional skepticism, and comfort working within internal controls. Lease experience is not required; Lineage will train on ASC 842 and our systems.

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

At Lineage, we have a shared purpose: We are transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world. The work we do is noble, and our team members are passionate about the impact they make every day. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage Logistics, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day. Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family‑owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature‑controlled supply chain. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide. As part of the Lineage family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career as we continually expand, using technology and award‑winning innovations, to meet the needs of customers around the world.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation.

Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

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