NielsenIQ
Consumer Intelligence
SeniorAnalyst-LeaseAccounting
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“Senior Analyst - Lease Accounting at NielsenIQ. Skills: Lease accounting expertise (IFRS 16 / ASC 842), Technical accounting judgement and policy interpretation, Controls, Compliance & Audit (SOX / ICFR / IPE). Technical judgement and policy guidance across lease accounting under IFRS 16 / ASC 842. Lease master data, ROU asset & lease liability accounting, remeasurements/modifications, and tool-to-GL reconciliations”
What You'll Achieve.
Audit-ready lease controls with certified reconciliations and traceable evidence; Predictable lease close with Disciplined ageing, Clear resolution tracking, Reduced repeat exceptions; Consistent technical judgement aligned to IFRS 16 / ASC 842 standards; Faster resolution of complex cases with Documented rationale, Cross-tower alignment
Industry & Context.
Problem solving (RCA / CAPA); Exception handling; Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5–8 years of experience in R2R / Lease Accounting / Financial Accounting, expertise in Lease accounting standards (IFRS 16 / ASC 842), expertise in Complex accounting scenarios and policy interpretation, Experience with ERP systems (SAP), analytical and technical accounting skills
Nice to Have
CA / CPA / ACCA (preferred or in progress), Lease accounting tools (preferred)
What You'll Do.
Technical judgement and policy guidance across lease accounting under IFRS 16 / ASC 842
ROU asset & lease liability accounting
remeasurements/modifications
and tool-to-GL reconciliations
Resolution of non-standard and complex lease cases
Consistent interpretation of SOP 10. 3. x
Disciplined ageing closure
and exception resolution
Own interpretation and application of IFRS 16 / ASC 842 standards
Provide guidance on Lease classification and recognition
ROU asset and lease liability accounting
Discount rates and assumptions
Resolve non-standard and complex lease accounting scenarios
including Lease modifications and remeasurements
Contract interpretation issues
System or accounting discrepancies
Certify lease accounting outputs
including ROU asset and liability balances
Amortization and interest postings
Lease tool-to-GL reconciliations
Drive exception resolution and break management
Perform and enforce Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Ageing closure discipline
Ensure timely escalation of High-risk items
Prepare technical accounting memos and judgement documentation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-tower alignment and audit readiness; Collaborate with Fixed Assets (FA), IDSW, Intercompany (IC); Ensure consistency in Accounting treatment, Data flows and integration; Resolve cross-functional dependencies impacting lease accounting; Support internal and external audits; Work with Lease Tower Lead / Reviewer, Controllers / Regional Finance teams, Real Estate / Contract owners, Compliance & Controls teams, Fin-Tech / Systems teams, Cross-tower SMEs (FA, IDSW, IC); Provide technical guidance and resolution support
Full Job Description
Role Summary The R2R Senior Analyst – Lease is accountable for technical judgement and policy guidance across lease accounting under IFRS 16 / ASC 842, acting as a quality checkpoint between lease preparation and tower-level close governance. This role ensures that: * Lease master data, ROU asset & lease liability accounting, remeasurements/modifications, and tool-to-GL reconciliations are * Complete * Accurate * Independently supported * SOX / IPE compliant The role owns resolution of non-standard and complex lease cases, ensures consistent interpretation of SOP 10.3.x, and drives disciplined ageing closure, evidence sufficiency, and exception resolution. Role Purpose To ensure accurate, compliant, and defensible lease accounting outcomes by: * Acting as the technical SME for lease accounting and policy interpretation * Resolving complex lease scenarios and judgement-heavy cases * Driving cross-tower alignment and audit readiness * Strengthening controls, governance, and consistency across entities Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Accounting & Policy Interpretation * Own interpretation and application of IFRS 16 / ASC 842 standards * Provide guidance on: * Lease classification and recognition * ROU asset and lease liability accounting * Discount rates and assumptions * Ensure consistent application of lease accounting policies across entities 2. Complex Case Resolution & Judgement * Resolve non-standard and complex lease accounting scenarios, including: * Lease modifications and remeasurements * Contract interpretation issues * System or accounting discrepancies * Provide defensible accounting conclusions with documented rationale and evidence 3. Certification & Control Gatekeeping * Certify lease accounting outputs, including: * ROU asset and liability balances * Amortization and interest postings * Lease tool-to-GL reconciliations * Ensure: * Compliance with SOX / IPE standards * Adherence to maker-checker discipline * Audit-ready documentation prior to close 4.
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