Overview
The organization is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Asset Management Sr. Analyst – Accounting & Finance. This role leads a team (local and remote) to perform Accounting and Finance activities related to Capital Assets, including asset data maintenance (releases, master data accuracy, disposals, SAP Settlements, etc.), financial close accuracy (journal entries, financial reporting, variance commentary for material variances), and evaluating business cases for capitalization.
Reporting to the Asset Management Manager, this role supports the department’s objective to fiscally and operationally support fixed asset activities, including annual asset inventories and annual/quarterly capital forecast activities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee financial close for multiple locations by reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements.
- Maintain and enhance a comprehensive fixed asset management system, including accurate records, tracking, and reporting of fixed assets across multiple locations/entities.
- Partner with project owners, manufacturing facilities, purchasing teams, and accounting stakeholders to review capital requests and ensure proper accounting treatment throughout the asset life cycle.
- Enforce policies for the capitalization, depreciation, and disposal of fixed assets in accordance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
- Present financial information and reports to senior management, stakeholders, and external auditors in a clear and concise manner.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance fixed asset accounting processes to streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and reduce errors.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks to improve data accuracy, reporting capabilities, and data integrity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and operations, to ensure seamless integration of fixed asset accounting processes.
- Lead a fixed asset accounting group through effective training, alignment of processes, and process improvements.
- Coordinate with business partners for annual/quarterly capital project forecast development, including tracking from inception through asset retirement.
- Oversee physical inventory for fixed assets.
- Prepare reports and lead discussions with Senior Management related to capital expenditures, depreciation expense, SOX controls, and other financial data.
- Complete various Audit, Operational, and Management requests (Internal Audit, External Audit, and Purchasing/Legal requests).
- Support identification, drive, and implement new processes and standardization; explore alternative solutions (software, processes, etc.) to address manual or time-consuming processes.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- Highly organized with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity while handling large amounts of data.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence within and across teams, including manufacturing plants, finance, purchasing, and operations.
- Proven experience in understanding processes and business requirements to implement tools, analytics, and processes to increase efficiency.
- Proven track record to initiate and successfully implement process improvements.
- Proficiency in using financial systems and software, such as ERP systems, fixed asset management software, and advanced MS Excel.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior management, and external stakeholders.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in Accounting.
- Strong understanding of fixed asset accounting concepts including capitalization, depreciation, impairments, disposals, transfers, leases, and assets under construction.
- CPA certification.
- Fixed Asset Experience.
- Exceptional understanding of SAP.
- Public Accounting experience.
- Automotive experience.
Compensation & Benefits
Highlights discussed during the interview process include:
- Work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more
- Tax-advantaged accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Location
United States
Work Authorization Requirement
This role does not offer support or sponsorship for employment-based visas or other work authorization now or in the future. Applicants must have the right to work in the United States and not require support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, job flexibility benefits [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. Applicants should not apply if they will require immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Applicants are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.