Manager Fixed Assets

New Jersey Resources • Wall, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

New Jersey Resources is seeking a Manager of Fixed Assets to provide strategic direction and oversight of fixed asset accounting, ensuring accuracy and completeness across the general ledger, PowerPlant, Oracle Projects and Maximo. The role serves as a strategic partner to project managers on capital projects. It includes leading and developing the fixed assets accounting team, owning capital budgeting and close activities, maintaining relevant processes and controls, and overseeing fixed asset reporting, reconciliations, regulatory filings, audits, and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of fixed asset accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 980.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, people development, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated, detail oriented, and a team player, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle Fusion, Blackline, Maximo, and PowerPlant.

Nice To Haves

• CPA.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong internal controls and oversee the integration of complex fixed asset activities.
• Lead, train, and develop a team of fixed assets accountants.
• Partner with project managers on capital projects to ensure assets are placed in service accurately and on time.
• Own the capital budget process and fixed asset close activities, and maintain related processes, policies, and procedures.
• Manage the PowerPlant software and Projects Module in Oracle, including software upgrades and system enhancements.
• Validate and approve 10-K and 10-Q property schedules and coordinate and review fixed asset roll-forward schedules.
• Evaluate annual and quarterly regulatory filings related to fixed assets.
• Review plant account reconciliations to the general ledger and oversee preparation of related journal entries.
• Respond to internal and external audit requests and prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
• Travel up to 10% to conferences or related events.

Benefits

• Day-one medical coverage, including prescription, vision, and dental plans.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Direct Stock Purchase Plan with optional employee payroll deduction.
• Wellness perks, including free on-site and off-site fitness centers and other programs.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible work arrangements, with many roles offering hybrid options based on job responsibilities and business needs.
• Annual short-term incentive program eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager