Business (Fixed) Assets Accountant

US Bank • Minneapolis, MN

283d • $81,515 - $105,490

About The Position

Maintains adequate accounting and control for various accounting functions related to the bank's fixed assets. Maintains and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts and coordinates the business assets monthly financial close process. Develops and prepares financial statements and reports for management and/or regulatory authorities. Maintains and develops automated accounting systems, controls, and procedures. Initiates process improvements and automation to streamline business asset accounting functions including preparing and executing test scripts. Conducts analyses and research related to fixed assets and provides recommendations to management based on findings. Works closely with business partners such as Accounting Policy, Corporate Tax teams, and various business lines. Responds to inquiries regarding accounting policies, procedures, and issues from management, external auditors, and regulatory authorities. This position offers the potential to grow within the team and to adapt and evolve our current processes to better support the Business Line.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience.
• Five or more years of experience in financial accounting activities.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient computer skills, especially Microsoft Office products and Workday Financials application.
• Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting, reporting, and analysis.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve exceptions.
• Ability to multi-task and meet time-sensitive deadlines with complete and accurate results.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Jira application experience beneficial.
• CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains adequate accounting and control for various accounting functions related to the bank's fixed assets.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts.
• Coordinates the business assets monthly financial close process.
• Develops and prepares financial statements and reports for management and/or regulatory authorities.
• Maintains and develops automated accounting systems, controls, and procedures.
• Initiates process improvements and automation to streamline business asset accounting functions.
• Conducts analyses and research related to fixed assets and provides recommendations to management.
• Works closely with business partners such as Accounting Policy, Corporate Tax teams, and various business lines.
• Responds to inquiries regarding accounting policies, procedures, and issues from management, external auditors, and regulatory authorities.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree