Specialist, Accounting - Lease Accounting

L3Harris Technologies•Town of Guilderland, NY

33d•$63,500 - $135,000•Remote

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking an Accounting Specialist with strong knowledge of the full accounting cycle, analytical skills, experience leading special projects, and experience with automation. The role supports several accounting areas, including cash, fixed assets, intercompany, accounts payable, payroll, time and labor, and leases. The position requires a strong foundation in accounting principles and the ability to communicate financial information effectively. It is a remote opportunity with a 9/80 schedule: employees work 80 hours over nine out of every 14 days and have every other Friday off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of prior relevant experience; or graduate degree and at least 2 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of prior related experience.
Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP), internal controls, and related regulations such as Sarbanes-Oxley.
Strong understanding of ASC 842 lease accounting and ASC 360 property, plant, and equipment standards and requirements.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills for internal and external interactions.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
CPA, CFA, CPP, or CMA designation.
Proficiency in accounting software such as Costpoint and CoStar, or automation tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, or Microsoft Copilot.
Experience with fixed assets and lease accounting.
Experience with external auditors, including Big Four or government auditors, and audit requirements for internal controls such as SOX and government compliance such as DCAA.

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and other accounting activities for areas including cash, fixed assets, intercompany, accounts payable, payroll, time and labor, and leases.
Evaluate financial data and perform analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Prepare financial reporting materials, such as rollforwards, reporting schedules, and variance analyses.
Evaluate agreements, reports, and data to determine appropriate accounting treatment.
Communicate within and outside the function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures.
Improve processes within the job area through automation.
Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees.
Explain and interpret accounting policies, procedures, and practices, and gain cooperation with them.
Support requests from internal and external auditors.