Accounting Supervisor, Fixed Assets (Hybrid Schedule)

Aramark • Nashville, TN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Fixed Assets Supervisor performs a variety of routine and non-routine accounting functions with significant responsibility for accounting of fixed assets and review of all general ledger accounts related to fixed assets. This includes managing 5-8 staff accountants that are executing fixed asset accounting transactions and providing oversight for the field. The FA Supervisor oversees and reviews the completion of monthly financial reports related to fixed assets, and ensures that fixed asset transactions and capital projects are appropriately accounted for in accordance with contract terms. In executing their job responsibilities, the FA Supervisor performs ad-hoc research and analysis necessary to support the job function and solves for accounting and contractual issues as required. Strong technical accounting skills and ability to lead people are required for success in this role.
Leadership - coordinate, integrate and review the work of fixed asset accounting staff; provide training to team members, keep them informed of current issues, prepare performance reviews, and set team goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting and/or finance required.
• 1-3 years of leadership experience required.
• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills are necessary for success in this role.
• Strong Excel skills are required.
• Experience with and knowledge of ERP accounting software and all Microsoft Office applications. Oracle experience preferred.
• Ability to develop relationships with diverse groups and various levels of financial and operating personnel.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Flexibility, multi-tasking, creative thinking, good business judgment, strong organizational & communication skills are all required to meet strict deadlines and manage other projects.
• Must be a strong team player and leader, highly motivated, and able to work under pressure during peak periods.
• Ability to perform complex or highly technical accounting tasks and functions.
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers and excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Fixed assets experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience in a central location managing field accounting activities a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of general ledger entries and reconciliations for month-end close of fixed assets. Ensures proper accounting for buyback and non-buyback investments, as well as construction in progress expenditures in accordance with contractual terms and GAAP guidelines.
• Supervise fixed asset accounting staff through the month-end fixed asset close, ensuring monthly reporting deadlines are met and all accounting and reporting activities are performed in accordance with the accounting policies and/or the financial procedures of the company and in accordance with SOX guidelines.
• Analyze the balance sheet as it relates to fixed assets accounts, ensuring proper backup and supporting schedules. Perform analytical review to test for reasonableness and provide comments on fluctuations and responses to questions.
• Control accounting/reporting systems: assist in design, maintenance and control of accounting and reporting templates, ledgers, systems and processes as it relates to fixed asset accounting. Identify, research, develop and implement improvements and efficiencies to existing systems and procedures related to job or as part of cross-functional team.
• Coordinate or perform work related to special projects and research accounting issues as they arise.
• Respond timely to requests from field operations and participate on ad hoc projects as needed.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, nine (9) paid holidays
• Volunteer days, community partnerships, Employee Assistance Program
• Your choice of three medical plans, two carriers to choose from & My Healthy Changes well-being program
• Adoption Assistance & Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Funding Sources and Scholarship Programs
• Retirement plan with match on annual contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees