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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. 

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia.  Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. 

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.  We are solutions-based.  We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. 

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? 

Summary Description:

The Lease Accountant position is based in Refresco’s Tampa Executive Headquarters and supports the lease accounting function, reporting to the Lease Accounting Manager on the North America Accounting/Controllership team. This position will be responsible for coordinating and entering leasing activity into the Planon lease software for all Americas locations. This includes ensuring that all lease transactions are properly added and maintained in Planon. This position will work to (1) maintain accurate and sufficient lease accounting records, (2) assist in the month-end close process, and (3) generate and compile lease schedules to fulfill monthly and quarterly reporting requirements and comply with the company’s internal controls. This position works closely with other Refresco employees, both in accounting and other functional areas.

Duties:

The following are essential duties and responsibilities for this position:

• Act as liaison between various departments such as Procurement, Legal and Supply Chain Finance in determining the proper lease accounting treatment and ensuring compliance with Refresco’s accounting policy. Create and capitalize right of use assets and lease liabilities in Planon by reviewing lease agreements, approved lease request, entering lease contract information, and providing detailed descriptions to improve leased asset and liability identification.
• Perform quarterly reconciliation of lease payments per Planon as compared to SAP and record necessary adjustments.
• Gather leasing information to enter any lease renewals, terminations and transfers in Planon.
• Generate file from Planon to load journal entries into SAP.
• Record month end journal entries.
• Prepare continuity schedules during month-end by pulling and compiling detail of lease additions, renewals, terminations and depreciation out of Planon.
• Prepare lease reports and supporting schedules for inclusion in forecasts, budget and strategic planning.
• Contribute to development of forecasts and annual budget for North America.
• Prepare the lease schedules reported in monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Assist in ad hoc and special projects of the Accounting Team.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of IFRS 16 and ASC 842 Lease accounting standards preferred.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.
• Experience with Power BI and Power Query preferred.
• Strong team player who is able to work across multiple functions.
• Able to work under deadline pressures.
• Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or closely related field preferred.
• 1 to 3 years relevant work experience in public accounting or industry.

Working Conditions:

Based in Tampa, FL

A Career with Refresco 

Refresco is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.  

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:    

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance    
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance 
• Short-term disability and long-term disability   
• Pet Insurance  
• Legal Benefits  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match  
• 12 Paid Holidays  
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit 
• Discount and Total Reward Programs   

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

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