Lease Accounting Manager

Tesla•Fremont, CA

3d•$64,000 - $174,000

About The Position

The Lease Accounting Manager plays a critical role in overseeing all aspects of the company's lease accounting function. This position leads the North America lease accounting team and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of lease-related financial reporting. With deep expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting standards, the ideal candidate will demonstrate proven leadership experience and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple business functions to drive operational excellence and reporting accuracy.

Requirements

Strong technical knowledge and practical application of ASC 842 lease accounting standards
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with specialized experience in lease accounting
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience; CPA preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners
Solid understanding of internal controls and compliance best practices
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate, mentor, and manage a team

Responsibilities

Oversee month-end close activities, including reviewing and posting journal entries, and reviewing account reconciliations for lease and related accounts to ensure compliance with ASC 842
Partner closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams such as lease administration, operations, and FP&A to ensure accurate and efficient lease accounting processes
Identify, design, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of lease accounting procedures
Prepare and review lease-related schedules for internal teams and external auditors, including ASC 842 disclosure footnotes and supporting schedules for financial reporting
Provide ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic business decisions
Mentor, develop, and guide team members to foster professional growth and high performance

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program