Technical Accounting Analyst - Global Industrial

The Technical Accounting Analyst for Global Industrial supports complex and high-visibility accounting areas, including global lease accounting, restructuring, and accounting for significant transactions such as acquisitions and divestitures. The position partners closely with subsidiaries, Real Estate, SEC Reporting, Internal Audit, and external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities

Technical Accounting & Policy Leadership

• Coordinate with subsidiaries, Real Estate, and leased equipment suppliers to update lease accounting data in CoStar.
• Prepare monthly lease accounting journal entries.
• Perform monthly and quarterly lease accounting controls.
• Participate in the development, enhancement, and governance of company-wide accounting policies (including revenue recognition under ASC 606).

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Support quarterly and annual reporting processes as needed for technical matters.
• Serve as a key liaison with internal and external auditors for audit requests.

Special Projects

• Support enterprise-wide finance initiatives and special projects.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables)
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Embody company values of service, performance, influence, respect, innovation, and teamwork

Preferred Qualifications

• Audit experience
• Experience with Oracle PeopleSoft
• Experience with CoStar Real Estate Manager
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Primarily office-based in a professional, climate-controlled setting
• Extended computer use
• Requires sustained concentration, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Occasional light lifting (up to 25 pounds)
• On-site presence required four (4) days per week; one (1) remote day permitted based on business needs
• Minimal travel (less than 5%); occasional extended hours during peak periods (e.g., month-end or year-end close).
• Work Location: Atlanta, Georgia OR Birmingham, Alabama

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