Staff Accountant (Lease)

Helen of Troy Limited•Dallas, TX

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our Finance team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent! Reporting to the Supervisor of Corporate Accounting, we are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Lease Staff Accountant with proven abilities and achievements. This person will be responsible for various tasks related to month end close, general ledger review, account reconciliations, and other tasks as assigned in support of shared services.

Requirements

Forward-thinking and analysis.
Able to work independently and as part of a team. Tackle new tasks with high level of difficulty.
Excellent oral and written English interpersonal skills.
Able to get along with various levels of management.
Able to effectively balance multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Bachelor's degree in accounting.
2+ years of relevant professional work experience.
Corporate Accounting experience.
Working Knowledge of ASC 842 lease accounting standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Proficiency and hands-on experience with financial management software (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite).
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Proficient using Oracle Business Intelligence.
Experience with Lease Query.
Demonstrated experience working within a public company requirement including SOX controls and other regulatory standards.
CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documents in support of monthly close process.
Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and perform timely variance analysis
Ensure all transactions comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Perform month-end close of sub-module for approximately 36 sub-systems accurately.
Prepare and process intercompany agreement transactions and resolve variances timely
Review and analyze lease contracts to create and update lease records in accordance with ASC 842 in Lease Query
Run the lease calculation process in Lease Query and prepare the corresponding journal entries.
Support internal and external audit requirements by providing requested documentation and schedules
Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls and standards
Work on intercompany billings and make sure that the intercompany accounts balance at the end of the month.
Participate in other projects or tasks as assigned.