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McDonald's Assistant Accountant - Lease Accounting in Thornleigh, Australia
Company Description:
McDonald’s Australia is the largest quick service restaurant operation in the country. Fondly known as "Macca's", we have been a household name in Australia for over 50 years, we believe that our customers are the heart and soul of everything we do and make it our mission to make every moment count! As an employer of choice winner time and time again, working with us means taking pride and having fun along the way; while growing and developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Job Description:
Could you be our next Assistant Accountant - Lease Accounting?
As the Assistant Accountant - Lease Accounting, you will support the management and reporting of financial impacts of new, renewed and amended leases in accordance with IFRS and GAAP accounting standards. What can you expect on a day-to-day basis?
Validating lease data and critical accounting attributes for new, renewed and amended leases, ensuring they meet the reporting requirements under US GAAP ASC 842 and IFRS 16.
Reviewing lease likely term to reflect the most UpToDate impact of business decisions and economic events on the leases and make necessary adjustments in the system
Participate in the month end process and recoined lease journal entries.
Management of balance sheet accounts including lease payments, Percentage rent, ROUA/liability and sub-ledger reconciliations.
Managing complex structure of percentage rent for lease portfolio
Payment and accrual of percentage rent
Completing monthly reporting.
Examining and analysing monthly lease expenses. Investigate material variance to add commentary in budgets
Reviewing of monthly lease payments to landlords.
Review ingindex adjustments issued for rent escalation in Tririga system and ensure the accuracy of future payments as well as accounting.
Responding to landlord queries regarding payments.
Reconciliation of landlord’s payment accounts.
Ad hoc analysis for key stakeholders including Commercial Finance, Tax and FP&A.
Annual and ad hoc reporting to the Corporate Controller Group.
Assisting the preparation of annual financial statements.
Ensuring SOX controls are met and adequate audit documentation is maintained.
Effectively use Tririga, the lease accounting management system.
Supporting ongoing enhancements to the Tririga system.
Supporting the relationship with both Real Estate and external stakeholders as required.
Additional Information:
Your keys to success:
Accounting Degree and studying CPA or CA
Strong understanding of Lease Accounting principles and reporting requirements under US GAAP ASC 842 and IFRS 16
Experience of using Tririga or some other lease accounting software
Ability to work with integrated systems
Displays a high level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in work
Strong time management and prioritisation skill
Excellent analytical skills and inquisitive mindset
Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills
Ability to engage with others and build effective relationships
Flexible and adaptive to change
Actively seeks and accepts constructive feedback to build skills and competencies
The Maccas Difference
Reward + Recognition programs, along with discounts and benefits
Professional development opportunities (including tuition assistance options)
Highly flexible work environment (including WFH)
Wellbeing initiatives, including EAP supports and on-site gym (Thornleigh office only)
Global network and opportunities
5th week of annual leave (for permanent employees)
As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and experiences. We strive to make every moment through the recruitment process a feel-good moment for everyone. Let us know if we can provide any reasonable accommodations to enable you to participate in the job application and interview process, if you'd like to note your pronouns or have suggestions for how we can improve in this space.
So if you are an energetic and experienced Assistant Accountant with lease accounting experience who is to join a market leading brand connected to over 5 million customers and ample opportunity for personal growth, then APPLY today. You will be directed to an external link to apply.
Requsition ID: REF4614U_743999905082234