Sr. Accountant (Fixed Assets)

About the role

This Senior Accountant position focuses on fixed assets, maintaining accurate, consistent, and timely data in both the General Ledger and the Fixed Asset system. The role also handles property tax returns, compliance, and other fixed asset-related needs or requests.

Responsibilities

• Record fixed assets by following a system of procedures, forms, and controls.
• Recommend updates to accounting policies affecting fixed assets to management.
• Record newly acquired fixed assets, transfers, and disposals in the accounting system.
• Track, compile, and record project costs in fixed asset accounts; close out accounts at project completion by moving from Construction in Progress in a timely manner.
• Perform reconciliation of the fixed asset subsidiary ledger balance to the general ledger.
• Perform depreciation/amortization calculations for all fixed assets in the Sage FAS system.
• Perform revisions and updates on the detailed schedule (Roll Forward Schedule) of accumulated depreciation and fixed assets.
• Review fixed assets for obsolescence potential; recommend disposals to management.
• Perform fixed asset-related analyses as requested by management.
• Create fixed asset-related audit schedules and collaborate with the Senior Lead Accountant on audit needs.
• Perform property tax return filings in a timely manner.
• Serve as the firm representative for audits relating to fixed assets facilitated by a government agency.
• Review, research, and evaluate complex fixed asset issues; initiate changes or corrections as needed to ensure timely reporting, reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution of all monthly financial information.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting or related experience.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in a general ledger systems environment, preferably in a large legal or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of Fixed Assets and General Ledger; experience with Aderant Expert and/or Sage FAS is a plus.
• Strong analytical and math skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, with individuals at all levels of the organization, and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management skills to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to work on multiple projects with attention to detail and meet regular deadlines.
• Strong experience and skills with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.