Accountant, Lease & Fleet

Lyft•San Francisco, CA

1d•$72,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lyft is seeking a motivated Accountant to join its Lease Accounting team within Controllership. The role supports various aspects of ASC 842 lease accounting, primarily for real estate, including new expansion and AV initiatives. It reports to the Sr. Accounting Manager, Lease & Fleet, and partners with Finance, Lease Administration, Real Estate, and other teams across Lyft. The ideal candidate is a quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, and can manage multiple projects. This position is hybrid, with required in-office work three days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Hybrid team members may work from anywhere for up to four weeks per year. The expected base pay range for the San Francisco area is $72,000–$90,000, excluding potential equity, bonus, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance.
At least 2 years of accounting experience.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to meet objectives and deadlines.
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong accounting research and problem-solving skills.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with Microsoft experience and a strong emphasis on Excel.
ERP experience.
Ability to operate independently and as part of a larger functional team.

Nice To Haves

CPA license preferred.
Public accounting experience, preferably Big 4, or large public company experience.
Oracle and Lease Accelerator experience.
ASC 842 knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze new leases, modifications, and terminations using the ASC 842 checklist, and record new activity in Lease Accelerator.
Assist with monthly and quarterly close, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux analyses in accordance with close calendar timelines.
Support lease footnote disclosures, including the real estate rollforward and maturity analysis.
Coordinate lease activity with international and third-party partners ahead of month-end close.
Work with cross-functional partners including FP&A, Lease Administration, Technical Accounting, and SEC Reporting.
Prepare support for external audit requests and assist in documenting internal controls to ensure SOX compliance.
Assist in developing and implementing scalable accounting processes to facilitate timely and accurate financial reporting.
Actively participate and collaborate on system implementations.
Perform special, ad-hoc projects in Accounting/Finance as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, with additional programs available when enrolled.
Mental health benefits.
Family building benefits.
Child care and pet benefits.
401(k) plan with company match.
12 observed holidays.
Discretionary paid time off for salaried team members; 15 days of paid time off for hourly team members.
18 weeks of paid parental leave for biological, adoptive, and foster parents.
Subsidized commuter benefits.
Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership.
In-office perks.