Accountant II - Fixed Asset

Aston Carter•Orlando, FL

6d•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant II is a key member of the Project Finance team, supporting project accounting, fixed assets, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis. The role is suited to an accounting professional who can take ownership of processes, develop subject matter expertise, and continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness. The Accountant II works closely with Finance and Accounting groups on ad-hoc requests and internal and external audit needs, and is expected to work independently while producing accurate, high-quality work and improving how accounting processes are executed and documented. The position operates in a professional corporate finance environment focused on project accounting and fixed assets. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed for business and reporting deadlines. The role offers a hybrid arrangement, including the option to work from home on Fridays. The position is based in Orlando, Florida, and uses Microsoft Dynamics 365, Blackline, Microsoft Office, and especially Excel. The culture is described as dynamic and team-oriented, while also supporting independent work and ownership of processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least three years of relevant accounting experience.
Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, project subledger activity, and journal entries between projects and the general ledger.
Hands-on experience with journal entries, month-end close processes, and financial reporting.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including SUMIF, VLOOKUP, and PivotTables.
Proficiency with other Microsoft Office Suite tools.
Ability to work in an environment handling a high volume of projects simultaneously, such as 100150 projects at a time.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate issues and follow them through to resolution.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and approach new challenges innovatively.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, dynamic environment.
Ability to evaluate business transactions and apply appropriate accounting treatment in line with GAAP.

Nice To Haves

Experience with fixed assets, project accounting, capital expenditures, or construction accounting.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Blackline, or similar enterprise financial systems.
Timeshare or hospitality industry experience.
Curiosity and willingness to challenge existing processes and seek better approaches.
Experience participating in process-improvement initiatives, including standardization, automation, and documentation enhancements.
Ability to build confidence, trust, and respect with colleagues across Finance and Accounting.
Ability to foster strong working relationships and encourage success in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and record GAAP-compliant journal entries for fixed asset additions and retirements, depreciation, amortization, construction in progress, project closeouts, and timeshare inventory transactions.
Evaluate and explain the financial statement impact of journal entries to support accurate and transparent reporting.
Reconcile and analyze fixed asset, construction in progress, inventory, accumulated depreciation, and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
Prepare supporting schedules and roll forwards, and reconcile project-level transactions to the general ledger for a portfolio that may include 100150 projects at a time.
Research and resolve complex accounting discrepancies related to fixed assets, construction, and inventory.
Prepare correcting and cleanup entries to minimize financial risk and safeguard company assets.
Analyze business transactions and recommend appropriate accounting treatment using financial acumen and GAAP knowledge.
Maintain accurate fixed asset, inventory, and project accounting records for financial reporting and operational needs.
Support financial reporting, management requests, audits, and other project-related requirements.
Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, strengthen, or automate manual accounting processes.
Participate in process-improvement initiatives and collaborate on more efficient accounting practices.
Develop, maintain, and update clear and accurate process documentation for key accounting activities.
Partner with Finance and Accounting groups on ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and internal and external audit requests.
Own assigned tasks and projects, working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Supplemental health coverage
Disability coverage
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) program
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Wellbeing and self-care benefits/programs
Travel benefits
Discounted hotel room rates
Team-member discounts and special offers
Annual ClubGo points that can be used toward free stays at Holiday Inn Club Vacations resorts
IHG discount
Free learning opportunities through the Academy of Learning & Development
On-the-job training
Tuition assistance
Discounts with partner universities for career-related courses