Director, Lease Accounting - job 1 of 2

As the Director of Lease Accounting at NVIDIA, your key responsibilities include reviewing lease agreements to assess the accounting impact under ASC 842, managing the monthly and quarterly close processes for lease-related accounts, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and procedures. You will also oversee the collaboration with FP&A and the Lease Administrator team while maintaining procedural documentation and driving system development projects.

To qualify for the Director of Lease Accounting position at NVIDIA, candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting, hold an active CPA license, and possess 12+ years of public accounting or relevant industry accounting experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles. Expert knowledge of ASC 842 and a strong understanding of lease contract provisions are essential for this pivotal role.

NVIDIA is committed to the professional development of its employees, including the Director of Lease Accounting. You'll have access to continuous training materials, mentorship opportunities, and resources necessary to enhance your skills in accounting and leadership, ensuring you remain at the forefront of industry practices and accounting standards.

The base salary range for the Director of Lease Accounting at NVIDIA is between $208,000 and $345,000 USD. Actual salaries can vary based on location, experience, and pay of employees in similar positions. In addition to salary, you will be eligible for equity and a comprehensive benefits package.

At NVIDIA, you can expect a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. As a Director of Lease Accounting, you'll work alongside driven professionals in a dynamic and fast-paced atmosphere while enjoying the benefits of competitive compensation and support for work-life balance.

In answering this question, illustrate your direct experience with ASC 842 by discussing specific projects where you assessed lease agreements and ensured compliance. Highlight any challenges faced and how you successfully navigated them, emphasizing your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

When addressing your management style, focus on your approach to mentorship and development. Describe how you support your team's growth through regular feedback, training, and creating an environment that encourages open communication and innovation in lease accounting practices.

Discuss your familiarity with SOX compliance frameworks and how you ensure that your accounting practices align with these regulations. Share specific examples of how you've implemented controls and conducted reviews to maintain compliance in previous roles.

In response, explain your analytical approach to identifying discrepancies. Discuss the processes you employ to investigate, collaborate with stakeholders for resolution, and ensure accuracy in financial reporting, demonstrating your attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Provide a concrete example where you analyzed existing processes, identified inefficiencies, and implemented changes that enhanced accuracy and efficiency. Discuss the impact of your initiatives on the team and overall business operations.

Share your experience with accounting systems relevant to the role such as Apex or SAP. Highlight your proficiency level, any significant projects you worked on involving these systems, and how you leveraged technology to streamline workflows and reporting.

Explain your approach to maintaining open lines of communication with various stakeholders, emphasizing the methods you employ for collaboration and how you ensure that accounting needs are aligned with business objectives across departments.

Identify potential challenges such as adapting to changes in regulations or managing larger cross-functional projects. Discuss how your experience and proactive strategies would prepare you to address these challenges effectively.

Focus on your mentoring philosophy, detailing how you support junior team members through coaching, conducting training sessions, and providing guidance on complex accounting issues to foster their professional development.

Articulate your excitement for NVIDIA’s innovative services and products, your alignment with its values on diversity and inclusion, and how your skills and experiences would enable you to contribute meaningfully to the company’s vision in the role of Director of Lease Accounting.