Manager, Technical Accounting

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Job Description:

• •Lead technical research and interpretation of complex lease accounting matters under ASC 842 and GASB, and other applicable global GAAP frameworks, providing guidance to both corporate and property-level teams.
• •Oversee the review, classification, and accounting treatment of all leases to ensure accurate recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• •Manage the end‑to‑end lease accounting lifecycle, including onboarding new leases, monitoring modifications, renewals, expirations, and terminations in collaboration with property accounting teams.
• •Supervise the maintenance and integrity of the lease database and LeaseQuery system, ensuring timely and accurate updates to support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes.
• •Serve as a primary subject‑matter expert, providing technical support to Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock properties regarding lease accounting interpretations, system use, and policy application.
• •Review and approve timely monthly lease accounting journal entries generated through LeaseQuery.
• •Oversee and review balance sheet reconciliations related to lease assets and liabilities, ensuring alignment with the LeaseQuery subledger and resolving discrepancies proactively.
• •Analyze lease‑related financial data across properties to identify anomalies, drive accuracy, and support operational decision‑making.
• •Prepare and review lease rollforwards, reconciliations, and disclosures for quarterly and annual financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal deadlines.
• •Partner with corporate financial reporting, internal teams, external auditors, and executive stakeholders to address inquiries, support audit processes, and meet critical reporting timelines.
• •Develop, document, and enhance lease accounting processes, internal controls, and standardized procedures to improve accuracy and operational efficiency.
• •Maintain and update departmental checklists, workflows, and documentation to support continuous process improvement.
• •Demonstrate strong accountability, leadership, and adaptability within a dynamic, high‑growth environment.
• •Model ethical behavior and uphold professional standards in all aspects of work.
• •Perform special projects, system enhancements, and ad‑hoc analyses as required.

Qualifications

• •Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA, Master’s degree, or public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• •Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including hands‑on ASC 842 lease accounting responsibilities.
• •Exceptional attention to detail and demonstrated analytical problem‑solving skills.
• •Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical matters clearly and effectively to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• •Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.