Asset Accountant

## Fixed Asset Accountant Apply:
Fond du Lac, WI:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR-052120
*** Are you ready for what’s next?
**** Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never RestsTM,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
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* Location:

Fond du Lac
**** Workplace Category:
Hybrid (3 days onsite)
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* Travel Required:

0%
**** Direct Reports: 0
**** Pay Range:  73,600 – 106,200
**** Visa Sponsorship:*
* *** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.  This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
***** Relocation:
**** Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:*
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* Position Overview:

** The Fixed Asset & Projects Accountant is responsible for the accounting, reporting, and controls related to Mercury’s fixed assets and capital projects. This role partners with finance, operations, and corporate teams to ensure accurate accounting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policy, while supporting process improvement and other Central Accounting initiatives.

This hybrid position requires weekly on-site presence at Mercury’s World Headquarters in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
** At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.*
* ** Essential Functions**:
* Manage accounting for fixed assets and capital projects, including acquisitions, transfers, depreciation, amortization and disposals.
* Perform related month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and variance analysis.
* Maintain and improve controls and procedures surrounding fixed asset and project accounting.
* Partner with finance and operations to ensure appropriate and timely capitalization of capital projects.
* Coordinate physical asset inventories and support impairment and obsolescence reviews.
* Support lease identification and accounting in accordance with ASC 842 and company policy.
* Manage property tax accruals, payments, and annual filing support.
* Serve as a key contact for internal and external audit requests related to fixed assets and capital projects.
* Partner with Accounts Payable and Brunswick Corporate Tax on sales/use tax and other fixed asset-related tax matters.
* Identify opportunities to streamline, standardize, and automate accounting processes.
* Support other accounting initiatives and special projects as needed.
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
* Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across finance and operational teams.
* Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* 2+ years of accounting or finance experience.
* Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Fixed asset or capital project accounting experience preferred.
* ERP experience required;
Oracle experience preferred.
* CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is a plus.

The anticipated pay range for this position is 73,600 – 106,200 annually.  The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs,…