Brinker International
Overview
What does it mean to be a BrinkerHead?
It means creating moments that make everyone feel special - whether you're supporting our restaurants, celebrating wins with your team, or sparking ideas that keep Guests coming back. We play like a team, take pride in our culture, and know that life's too short not to work happy.
At Brinker's Restaurant Support Center (RSC), every role fuels the success of our brands - Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy - and directly impacts Team Members and Guests. From bold ideas to everyday support, we help create a fun atmosphere, great food and drinks, and the kind of hospitality that keeps everyone coming back. Here, you'll discover opportunities for career growth, belonging, wellbeing, and plenty of chances to work hard and have fun.
Brinker International is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud to provide a welcoming, respectful environment where everyone can thrive.
Job Summary The Manager, Lease Accounting
is responsible for the overall accounting for leases in accordance with the FASB's Accounting Standard Codification Topic 842 ("ASC842"). Managing the lease life accounting cycle of a portfolio spanning more than 1,200 leases partnering with numerous landlords and the ability to interpret complex lease terms across diverse agreements. Jointly directs, supervises, and reviews the work of an offshore lease accounting team and one onshore team member. The role reports directly to the Senior Manager, Property Accounting.
What You'll Do
Serve as the company's ASC842 subject matter expert, overseeing lease classification, measurement, remeasurement, and disclosure
Manage the full lease lifecycle - New/Renewals/Modifications/MTM/Terminations with oversight of more than 1,200 leases across multiple states
Supervise and develop the team - One US based Sr Accountant and seven offshore team members (work US hours)
Analyze and interpret lease agreements/amendments that includes base rent, percentage rent, breakpoint provisions, CAM reconciliations (expense CAPS/CPI adjustments), tenant improvement allowances and landlord reimbursements
Overall responsibility for timely payment of rent and related amounts due to landlords and researching landlord inquiries
Ensure accurate and timely lease-related journal entries within the lease system and Oracle
Direct monthly lease accounting processes that include rent billings, sales reporting, ASC842 calculations, variance reporting and landlord financial statement deliverables
Overall responsibility for timely and accurate lease-related balance sheet reconciliations, including lease rollforwards and the reconciliation of lease accounting tool information to the General Ledger
Support the financial reporting team in the preparation of quarterly and annual lease footnote disclosures in the consolidated financial statements
Oversee preparation of SOX documentation and support external and internal audits
Manage a consistently high volume of landlord communications each week; success in this role requires exceptional organization and follow-up discipline
Contribute to annual budgeting and reforecasting providing lease-related drivers and analysis
Lead efforts to improve lease accounting processes and system efficiencies
What You Bring to the Team
Industry background in restaurant, retail, real estate, or hospitality
Experience working within public company environments
Proven expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting
Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control requirements
5+ years of experience in commercial lease accounting or lease administration
Interpretation of complex legal lease provisions from multiple landlord agreements
Leadership experience managing both onshore and offshore teams
Proficiency in Excel and experience working with large volumes of lease data
Experience with lease accounting systems & ERP platforms (Oracle is a plus)
CPA preferred, but not required with strong technical lease accounting experience
Strong written and verbal communications skills and strong interpersonal skills
Why Brinker At Brinker, we believe life is short, so work happy! That means creating an environment where you can grow your career, feel a sense of belonging and wellbeing, and have fun along the way.
Here's how we make that real for our BrinkerHeads at the RSC:
Flexibility that fits your life:
Hybrid schedules with weekly flex days to work from home.
Benefits that support you:
Competitive package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; 401(k) with company match; Employee Assistance Program with counseling, financial, legal, and life resources; and Best You EDU, offering education programs and tuition reimbursement.
Enjoy our brands:
Generous dining discounts at Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy.
Rewards for your impact:
Annual bonus eligibility for every RSC Team Member.
Wellbeing at work:
On-site gym and fitness classes like yoga and boot camp.
A culture worth celebrating:
From company-wide events to a casual, collaborative atmosphere, you'll find plenty of ways to connect, work hard, and play hard.
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It means creating moments that make everyone feel special - whether you're supporting our restaurants, celebrating wins with your team, or sparking ideas that keep Guests coming back. We play like a team, take pride in our culture, and know that life's too short not to work happy.
At Brinker's Restaurant Support Center (RSC), every role fuels the success of our brands - Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy - and directly impacts Team Members and Guests. From bold ideas to everyday support, we help create a fun atmosphere, great food and drinks, and the kind of hospitality that keeps everyone coming back. Here, you'll discover opportunities for career growth, belonging, wellbeing, and plenty of chances to work hard and have fun.
Brinker International is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud to provide a welcoming, respectful environment where everyone can thrive.
Job Summary The Manager, Lease Accounting
is responsible for the overall accounting for leases in accordance with the FASB's Accounting Standard Codification Topic 842 ("ASC842"). Managing the lease life accounting cycle of a portfolio spanning more than 1,200 leases partnering with numerous landlords and the ability to interpret complex lease terms across diverse agreements. Jointly directs, supervises, and reviews the work of an offshore lease accounting team and one onshore team member. The role reports directly to the Senior Manager, Property Accounting.
What You'll Do
Serve as the company's ASC842 subject matter expert, overseeing lease classification, measurement, remeasurement, and disclosure
Manage the full lease lifecycle - New/Renewals/Modifications/MTM/Terminations with oversight of more than 1,200 leases across multiple states
Supervise and develop the team - One US based Sr Accountant and seven offshore team members (work US hours)
Analyze and interpret lease agreements/amendments that includes base rent, percentage rent, breakpoint provisions, CAM reconciliations (expense CAPS/CPI adjustments), tenant improvement allowances and landlord reimbursements
Overall responsibility for timely payment of rent and related amounts due to landlords and researching landlord inquiries
Ensure accurate and timely lease-related journal entries within the lease system and Oracle
Direct monthly lease accounting processes that include rent billings, sales reporting, ASC842 calculations, variance reporting and landlord financial statement deliverables
Overall responsibility for timely and accurate lease-related balance sheet reconciliations, including lease rollforwards and the reconciliation of lease accounting tool information to the General Ledger
Support the financial reporting team in the preparation of quarterly and annual lease footnote disclosures in the consolidated financial statements
Oversee preparation of SOX documentation and support external and internal audits
Manage a consistently high volume of landlord communications each week; success in this role requires exceptional organization and follow-up discipline
Contribute to annual budgeting and reforecasting providing lease-related drivers and analysis
Lead efforts to improve lease accounting processes and system efficiencies
What You Bring to the Team
Industry background in restaurant, retail, real estate, or hospitality
Experience working within public company environments
Proven expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting
Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control requirements
5+ years of experience in commercial lease accounting or lease administration
Interpretation of complex legal lease provisions from multiple landlord agreements
Leadership experience managing both onshore and offshore teams
Proficiency in Excel and experience working with large volumes of lease data
Experience with lease accounting systems & ERP platforms (Oracle is a plus)
CPA preferred, but not required with strong technical lease accounting experience
Strong written and verbal communications skills and strong interpersonal skills
Why Brinker At Brinker, we believe life is short, so work happy! That means creating an environment where you can grow your career, feel a sense of belonging and wellbeing, and have fun along the way.
Here's how we make that real for our BrinkerHeads at the RSC:
Flexibility that fits your life:
Hybrid schedules with weekly flex days to work from home.
Benefits that support you:
Competitive package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; 401(k) with company match; Employee Assistance Program with counseling, financial, legal, and life resources; and Best You EDU, offering education programs and tuition reimbursement.
Enjoy our brands:
Generous dining discounts at Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy.
Rewards for your impact:
Annual bonus eligibility for every RSC Team Member.
Wellbeing at work:
On-site gym and fitness classes like yoga and boot camp.
A culture worth celebrating:
From company-wide events to a casual, collaborative atmosphere, you'll find plenty of ways to connect, work hard, and play hard.
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