Lease Accounting Manager

What to Expect 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. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting standards, proven leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple business functions to drive operational excellence and reporting accuracy. What You'll Do 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 (e.g., Lease Administration, Operations, 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 What You'll Bring Strong technical knowledge and practical application of ASC 842 lease accounting standards 5+ years of accounting experience, with specialized experience in lease accounting Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, related field, or a 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 Quick learner and proactive problem solver when facing new challenges Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate, mentor, and manage a team Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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 Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.