Asset Accountant

ABOUT THE ROLE A growing organization is seeking a Fixed Asset Accountant to manage fixed asset accounting and support accurate financial and tax reporting. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of asset records and apply technical accounting knowledge across a variety of projects and investments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with fixed asset accounting, tax depreciation, and book-to-tax reconciliations.

This person will work with internal stakeholders and external advisors to assess accounting treatment, maintain accurate records, and support reporting and compliance.

• Manage fixed asset activity from acquisition and capitalization through depreciation, transfer, and disposal.
• Review capital spending to determine the appropriate accounting treatment.
• Maintain asset records, including useful lives, depreciation methods, and classifications.
• Monitor construction-in-progress balances and record completed assets when placed in service.
• Reconcile fixed asset records to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare depreciation schedules, roll-forwards, and supporting documentation.
• Apply tax depreciation rules, including MACRS, Section 179, and bonus depreciation.
• Evaluate repairs and improvements under applicable tax regulations.
• Support cost segregation studies and collaborate with external tax advisors.
• Prepare book-to-tax adjustments and support deferred tax calculations.
• Assist with financial and tax audits, income tax filings, and technical research.

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• 4 6 years of corporate accounting experience.
• At least 2 years of direct experience with fixed assets and corporate tax depreciation.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP as it relates to fixed assets.
• Hands-on experience applying IRS depreciation requirements.
• Experience with fixed asset software, such as Sage Fixed Assets, Bloomberg Tax Fixed Assets, or a comparable platform.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and large-data analysis.
• Ability to analyze and reconcile book-to-tax differences.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication, organization, and prioritization skills.