What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Accountant position at James David Staffing?
We are seeking a detail-oriented Hybrid Senior Staff Accountant to manage and maintain our client’s fixed asset records and assist with month-end close responsibilities. This role is responsible for tracking, depreciating, reconciling, and reporting on fixed assets to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies and assist the team with the month-end close process. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, experience with some type of fixed asset accounting, and GL accounting experience.
Why Join this Team?
- Hybrid flexible Schedule
- Incredible benefits
- Flexible PTO
- Collaborative, friendly, and supportive team culture
- Work/Life Balance
Key Responsibilities:
Fixed Asset Management:
- Maintain and update the fixed asset ledger to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Record acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and retirements of fixed assets.
- Assign and track asset tags to ensure proper asset identification.
Depreciation & Reconciliation:
- Calculate and record monthly depreciation in accordance with company policies.
- Reconcile fixed asset sub-ledgers to the general ledger on a monthly basis.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal controls.
Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare fixed asset schedules, roll-forward reports, and financial statements related to fixed assets.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
- Assist in reporting related to capital expenditures.
Policy Compliance & Process Improvement:
- Ensure adherence to company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance asset management efficiency.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper capitalization and asset tracking.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in fixed asset accounting, general ledger accounting, or a related role.
- Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA (or working toward one) is a plus, but not required.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, or asset-heavy industries is preferred.
- Familiarity with lease accounting (ASC 842) and capital expenditure reporting is ideal but not required.
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000
