Team Lead Lease Accounting

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Team Lead Lease Accounting

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Role reports to:

Sr Team Lead Lease Accounting

Location:

Asia Pacific, Philippines, Metro Manila, Taguig

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The Team Lead Lease Accounting is responsible for supervising daily department operations, including work allocation, scheduling, and performance management. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, support month-end and year-end close activities, and implement improvements in accounting practices:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a dynamic lease accounting team, fostering innovation and ensuring efficient work allocation, scheduling, and adherence to timelines.

• Manage hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions to maintain a high-performing team.

• Design and implement streamlined lease accounting processes that enhance accuracy and efficiency across multiple portfolios.

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of cash management, business plan forecasting, and budget development processes.

• Oversee the preparation and timely distribution of accurate operating and financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.

• Compile and analyze data for managerial reports, including product line profitability, price realization, and allowance analysis.

• Coordinate and facilitate month-end and year-end close activities to ensure compliance and accuracy.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate lease accounting insights into broader financial planning and reporting.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging advanced accounting software and emerging technologies, recommending and implementing improvements to accounting practices and procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance.

• Ensure adherence to evolving lease accounting standards (e.g., ASC 842, IFRS 16) while proactively identifying potential impacts on financial statements.

• Support the analysis and interpretation of financial and operational results to aid management planning and control.

• Develop comprehensive training programs to elevate team expertise and promote best practices in lease accounting.

• Assist in developing short- and long-term plans to address personnel, supply, and equipment requirements of the department.

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior management on lease-related financial risks and opportunities.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in lease accounting or related financial supervisory roles.

• Proven experience in team leadership and supervisory responsibilities including hiring and performance management.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budget forecasting.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive managerial reports.

• Experience managing month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively lead a team and collaborate with stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven expertise in interpreting and applying lease accounting standards such as ASC 842 and IFRS 16.

• Exceptional analytical skills with a knack for transforming complex lease data into actionable insights.

• Strong proficiency in lease accounting software and ERP systems, coupled with a passion for leveraging technology to optimize processes.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and communicate effectively across organizational levels.

• Ability to recommend and implement process improvements within accounting functions.

• Innovative mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and adapting to the evolving financial landscape.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups 
• This list could vary based on location/region

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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