Assets Accounting

Job Description

We are seeking a Fixed Assets Accounting Contractor to support the Accounting and Finance team with fixed asset activities, project closeouts, and month end processes. This role will collaborate closely with corporate accounting, planning and analysis, and project management teams to ensure accurate capitalization and depreciation of assets.

• Create, maintain, and improve monthly accounting work papers in support of month-end and quarter-end activities.
• Routinely perform accounting for fixed asset acquisitions, abandonments, retirements, and additions.
• Reconcile various general ledger and fixed asset accounts on a monthly basis.
• Collaborate with the Fixed Asset team and other departments to obtain information required for placing assets in service.
• Assist in analysis of various transactions and identify appropriate account recording and accounting treatment.
• Coordinate with external and internal auditors to assist in preparing ad hoc audit requests throughout the year.
• Contribute to non-routine projects as needed.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
• Regularly use Excel spreadsheets, database, and word processing software, and periodically learn new software programs.
• Interact with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance (hybrid model).
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
• Solid understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Prior accounting or fixed assets experience.
• Experience with Oracle ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.