Asset Accounting Manager

Jamie Benway with Robert Half is searching for an experienced Asset Accounting Manager to join a leading service-focused organization in Portland, Oregon.

About the role

This position plays a key role in overseeing core accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting a timely close process. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with corporate accounting leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close cycle for asset-related accounting activities, ensuring entries are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee general ledger integrity by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining proper supporting documentation.
• Manage accounting processes tied to fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, retirements, and reconciliations.
• Partner with corporate accounting leadership to prepare financial analyses, support reporting needs, and strengthen internal controls.
• Review balance sheet accounts regularly and take action to investigate unusual variances or aging items.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather accounting data, clarify transactions, and improve consistency in financial reporting.
• Support audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and ensuring documentation is organized and complete.
• Contribute to process improvements and assist with accounting changes or operational transitions that affect asset records and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Significant accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within a corporate or large-scale business environment.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures and general ledger accounting.
• Hands-on experience with fixed asset accounting and related reconciliations.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify issues, and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for contract/temporary professionals.

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