Fixed Asset Accountant

Williams International•Pontiac, MI

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About The Position

Williams International has an exciting opportunity for a Fixed Asset Accountant to join our team. We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Fixed Asset Accountant to support the life cycle of fixed assets from acquisition through capitalization. This role is essential to ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls and maintaining accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent communication and process improvement skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2+ years of experience in fixed asset accounting, with strong knowledge of GAAP and best practices
Proficient in SAP and project management scheduling software
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
High-level analytical skills with ability to identify trends and resolve discrepancies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
U. S. Citizenship is required
Position requires the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U. S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U. S. Department of State

Responsibilities

Serve as key point of contact for internal and external auditors during PP&E and capital expenditure testing
Prepare supporting documentation for audits, including detailed depreciation schedules and asset listings
Assist in maintaining company procedures to meet regulatory and accounting standards
Ensure capital expenditure requests and asset acquisitions are properly documented, approved and correctly capitalized
Maintain active capital project financial data within project management software
Prepare CIP and fixed asset roll-forward schedules, including additions, disposals, transfers and retirements, reconciling all fixed asset accounts to the general ledger, and providing detailed explanations for variances
Calculate and record monthly depreciation and amortization expenses for all PP&E, using appropriate methods and useful life estimates
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes related to fixed assets and capital programs
Provide ad-hoc reports on depreciation, tax implication and project commitments to support management decisions
Track and manage capital expenditures against approved budget, collaborating with project managers to resolve discrepancies
Provide cost analysis for new capital projects and strategic investments
Identify and implement opportunities to streamline fixed asset accounting and reporting processes
Maintain and improve financial systems related to fixed assets