What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fixed Asset Accountant position at LA Financial Credit Union?
About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Fixed Asset Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for tracking, recording, and maintaining fixed asset records, ensuring accuracy in depreciation calculations, and supporting financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and update the fixed asset ledger, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
- Reconcile fixed asset sub-ledgers to the general ledger monthly.
- Assist with asset tagging, physical asset verification, and audits.
- Prepare and process journal entries related to fixed assets and depreciation.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and company policies.
- Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to properly classify and record asset acquisitions.
- Analyze asset-related expenditures and assess for proper capitalization vs. expense treatment.
- Assist in preparing reports for tax compliance, financial audits, and internal management.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes related to capital expenditures.
- Identify process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency in fixed asset accounting.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: 2 years of experience in accounting, preferably with a focus on fixed assets.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar).
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
