Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets

NorthMark Strategies • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Accountant – Fixed Assets to join our rapidly growing accounting team. This role will support all aspects of construction and fixed asset accounting for a new high‑performance computing (HPC) facility and our broader data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player with strong attention to detail, deep expertise in fixed asset and cost accounting, and strong organizational and systems capabilities. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Fixed Asset Accounting, you will play a critical role in managing capital project costs, construction‑in‑progress (CIP) accounting, fixed asset capitalization, and the transformation of our fixed asset processes. You will collaborate across Finance, Development, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, Corporate Accounting, FP&A, and Tax to ensure accurate reporting, cost tracking, compliance, and effective system integration throughout project lifecycles and ongoing operations. This role is highly visible and will directly contribute to process improvements, stronger internal controls, and modernization of our legacy asset tracking systems. Experience in capital‑intensive, high‑tech, or data center environments is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Information Systems, or related field (CPA/CMA preferred).
• 6+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on fixed assets or cost accounting.
• Experience in capital‑intensive environments (e.g., data centers, infrastructure, technology, or telecom).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, capital cost accounting, CIP, and fixed asset lifecycle management.
• Proficiency with financial systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), Coupa, Alteryx, SAP, or Oracle.
• Systems‑oriented mindset with the ability to understand data flows, integrations, and drive automation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead fixed asset transformation initiatives by implementing scalable, automated processes and strengthening system integrations (e.g., Coupa, D365).
• Build and enhance fixed asset and CapEx reporting to improve accuracy, visibility, and decision support.
• Maintain and reconcile CIP accounts, ensuring proper tracking and timely asset capitalization.
• Prepare and review project-related journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Partner with Construction, Engineering, Procurement, and Operations to align financial tracking with project milestones.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to capitalization policies and GAAP.
• Improve fixed asset disposal and retirement processes to ensure accurate lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with Tax and Treasury on depreciation, asset classification, and regulatory reporting.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities through reconciliations and asset-related reporting.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into project performance, cost drivers, and emerging trends.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to fixed assets and capital projects.
• Contribute to systems integration, data migration, and process improvement initiatives to modernize fixed asset tracking.
• Stay current on industry best practices, technology enhancements, and regulatory changes impacting fixed asset and capital project accounting.

Benefits

• Company-Paid Lunch Stipend: Lunch is provided via GrubHub
• Company-Paid Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical in our High Deductible Health Plan, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and their families, 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k): Company will match 100% of your contributions up to 6%
• Optional Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical insurance in our PPO plan and a variety of other benefits such as Health Savings Accounts (with Company Contribution!), Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Life Insurance, Wellhub and more.
• Time Off: 25 days of Paid Time Off plus 12 company holidays

What This Job Offers

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