Accounting Manager

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting
5+ years of relevant accounting experience
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Strong accounting and analytical skills
Solid understanding of internal controls and GAAP
Demonstrated experience in PP&E accounting (property, plant, and equipment)
Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations related to fixed assets and leases
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
Ability to develop and leverage data to make quantitative and analytical business decisions
Strategic thinking and tactical execution abilities
Demonstrated leadership in a collaborative environment to influence change and core processes
High degree of business curiosity and a proactive, agile mindset
Optimistic outlook towards future opportunities for innovation and improvement
Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) for leading and presenting complex materials
Strong change management skills, aligning and bringing others along
The candidate must have expertise in fixed assets, which are a significant part of the balance sheet, and some assets may last up to 100 years, adding complexity to asset management
The role requires some domestic travel up to 20% depending on the candidate's location
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Benefits
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr
This position is eligible for an Annual Investment Plan that pays out in Q1 of every year
Responsibilities
Fixed Assets Accounting Manager
Responsible for managing the lifecycle of fixed assets and leases in the company, including acquisitions, tracking, maintenance, depreciation, and disposal
This role involves ensuring that all fixed assets are accurately recorded and aligned with company policies, tax and legal requirements
The Fixed Assets Manager works closely with the finance team, engineering, internal auditors, and other departments to ensure compliance with accounting principles and industry standards
Manage the lifecycle of fixed assets and leases, including acquisitions, tracking, maintenance, depreciation, and disposal
Ensure that all fixed assets are accurately recorded and aligned with company policies, tax and legal requirements
Collaborate with the finance team, engineering, internal auditors, and other departments to ensure compliance with accounting principles and industry standards
Maintain and update fixed asset schedules
Utilize fixed assets depreciation software to manage asset records
Develop and implement internal controls related to fixed assets
Prepare and present reports on fixed assets for various audiences
This role is a functional manager position and does not involve managing personnel
The work environment includes an office setting with minimal exposure to a manufacturing production mill environment that can be hot, dusty, humid, and noisy
Some mental, visual, and physical fatigue from computer terminal use is expected
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Job description
Fixed Assets Accounting Manager

Responsible for managing the lifecycle of fixed assets and leases in the company, including acquisitions, tracking, maintenance, depreciation, and disposal. This role involves ensuring that all fixed assets are accurately recorded and aligned with company policies, tax and legal requirements. The Fixed Assets Manager works closely with the finance team, engineering, internal auditors, and other departments to ensure compliance with accounting principles and industry standards.
• Manage the lifecycle of fixed assets and leases, including acquisitions, tracking, maintenance, depreciation, and disposal.
• Ensure that all fixed assets are accurately recorded and aligned with company policies, tax and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with the finance team, engineering, internal auditors, and other departments to ensure compliance with accounting principles and industry standards.
• Maintain and update fixed asset schedules.
• Utilize fixed assets depreciation software to manage asset records.
• Develop and implement internal controls related to fixed assets.
• Prepare and present reports on fixed assets for various audiences.
Essential Skills
• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Strong accounting and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of internal controls and GAAP.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience in PP&E accounting (property, plant, and equipment).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations related to fixed assets and leases.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to develop and leverage data to make quantitative and analytical business decisions.
• Strategic thinking and tactical execution abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in a collaborative environment to influence change and core processes.
• High degree of business curiosity and a proactive, agile mindset.
• Optimistic outlook towards future opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) for leading and presenting complex materials.
• Strong change management skills, aligning and bringing others along.
• Experience using an enterprise accounting system preferred.
Work Environment

This role is a functional manager position and does not involve managing personnel. The candidate must have expertise in fixed assets, which are a significant part of the balance sheet, and some assets may last up to 100 years, adding complexity to asset management. The work environment includes an office setting with minimal exposure to a manufacturing production mill environment that can be hot, dusty, humid, and noisy. Some mental, visual, and physical fatigue from computer terminal use is expected. The role requires some domestic travel up to 20% depending on the candidate's location.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

This position is eligible for an Annual Investment Plan that pays out in Q1 of every year. This amount will be pro-rated based on the time this individual starts. Beyond that, there are benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits benefits.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, ****** orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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