Lease Accounting Specialist

Location Krakow

Why is this job for you:

Lease Accounting Specialist supports lease accounting activities across real estate fleet and equipment portfolios for multiple entities and regions. Responsibilities include contributing to the accurate and timely recognition measurement and reporting of lease transactions in compliance with IFRS 16 and US GAAP (ASC 842). The position involves participation in periodclose processes preparation of financial disclosures audit support and collaboration with crossfunctional stakeholders to ensure compliance data integrity and consistent financial reporting.

You will:

• Apply IFRS 16 / ASC 842 to initial recognition remeasurement and subsequent accounting of leases (ROU assets lease liabilities interest depreciation)

• Assess lease classification incremental borrowing rates modifications reassessments impairment shortterm/lowvalue exemptions and embedded leases

• Maintain lease data (master data key terms) in the lease database (SharePoint PowerPlan or other)

• Partner with entities to capture new leases and modifications on time

• Prepare monthly amortization schedules lease interest depreciation remeasurement entries and foreign currency impacts

• Evidence SOX controls: completeness/accuracy of lease data and access controls

• Support monthly/quarterly close with highquality working papers journal entries support and variance commentary; ensure consistent accounting manual adherence

• Support external and internal audits with timely responses and samples

• Maintain and updating process documentation (process maps DTPs)

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and discrepancies

• Identify and implement process automation (templates reconciliations controls) data quality enhancements and system upgrades

• Monitor standard updates and drive impact assessments for policy changes

You have:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in general ledger accounting preferably in a similar role

• Good command of IFRS 16 and ASC 842 with practical application across complex portfolios

• Good knowledge of ERP Finance tools and MS Excel

• Bachelors degree in finance accounting or related field

• Experience with lease accounting tools (e.g.: PowerPlan)

• Good understanding of RTR processes and accounting principles

• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls

• Proactive self-driven approach to problem-solving

• High attention to detail and control mindset; able to work under tight close timelines

• Experience with leading projects

• Clear communicator with business acumen and stakeholder empathy

• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines

• Team player with a collaborative spirit

• University degree (preferred: Finance Economics Accounting)

• Certifications: CIMA ACCA as a plus

• Fluency in English. The ability to speak another European language would be an advantage