Sr. Capital & Fixed Asset Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Capital & Fixed Asset Accountant to support a manufacturing organization in Red Wing, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a finance specialist who can quickly take ownership of capital and fixed asset accounting activities, partner effectively across teams, and deliver accurate reporting with minimal onboarding. The role follows a hybrid schedule with in-office collaboration on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day accounting for fixed assets, capital projects, intangible assets, and lease-related activity to ensure accurate financial records. • Review project spending to determine proper treatment between capitalization and operating expense in accordance with company policy and accounting guidance. • Record asset additions, transfers, retirements, and depreciation activity while maintaining complete and well-organized supporting documentation. • Lead month-end close tasks related to capital and fixed assets, including account reconciliations, variance analysis, and timely financial reporting. • Partner with project managers and FP& A to monitor project progress, validate purchase order and invoice completeness, and support capital forecasting. • Prepare capital expenditure reporting and provide analysis that helps leadership evaluate budgets, project status, and financial impact. • Help maintain compliance with internal controls, approval requirements, and accounting policies tied to capital investments and asset management. • Support cross-functional process improvement efforts, including opportunities for reporting efficiency, documentation quality, and automation where appropriate. • Proven experience in capital accounting and fixed asset accounting, including depreciation, reconciliations, and project closeout activities. • Strong understanding of capitalization policies, expense classification, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, prepare schedules, and support management reporting. • Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and collaborate across finance and operational teams. • Experience supporting month-end close and preparing account reconciliations in a deadline-driven environment. • Strong attention to detail with a disciplined approach to documentation, accuracy, and compliance. • Prior experience with M3 and OneStream is highly preferred due to the need for a fast transition into the role. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.