Fixed Asset Accountant

Metro National Corporation•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Fixed Asset Accountant to manage and maintain our real estate portfolio and related assets. This role is responsible for recording acquisitions and disposals, tracking various construction/development jobs, placing assets in service, calculating depreciation, and ensuring accurate reporting in compliance with accounting standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, preferred
3+ years of Fixed Assets accounting experience
Thorough understanding of fixed asset accounting, tracking and processes.
MRI or Real Estate Accounting software experience, a plus
Construction related experience in any industry required
Working knowledge of financial terms and principles including knowledge of accrual accounting methods. Ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Working knowledge of calculating depreciation and amortization of various asset classes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe.
Demonstrate strong analytical capabilities with a high attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and demanding, time-sensitive, workload(s).
Ability to receive general work supervision/be self-managed/work independently.
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to internal and external customers.
Ability to keep information and internal communications confidential.
Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time/constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (ex. a calculator, copy machine, computer printer) or, by request, be provided reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

MRI or Real Estate Accounting software experience, a plus

Responsibilities

Input of fixed assets purchased and constructed into asset management systems
Recording entries for sales and disposals of fixed assets in accounting system.
Maintenance of fixed assets depreciation schedules.
Reconciliation of asset details between the accounting system and asset management system.
Track company expenditures for fixed assets/construction jobs in comparison to the capital budget and management authorizations.
Monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recording of fixed assets.
Review invoices processed, ensure accurate coding and capitalize assets per capital policy.
Account Reconciliations.
Assists with internal and external audits.
Responsible for full Fixed Assets Month-end closing cycle.
Monthly Journal entries and accruals.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
Complete monthly and quarterly capital expenditure reporting