Fixed Assets Accountant (N)

Sanmina; Región Centro; On-site; MXN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina is seeking a Fixed Assets Accountant to oversee full-cycle fixed asset transactions, including capitalization, transfers, and retirements, in alignment with GAAP and company policy. The role requires collaboration with plant and project contacts to ensure accuracy of CAPEX spending and asset status.

Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, maintaining asset roll-forwards, and reconciling balance sheet accounts, with emphasis on timely period-end close and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Understanding GAAP standards.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Reconciliation: Prepare journal entries, maintain fixed asset roll-forwards, reconcile balance sheet accounts in GAAP compliance.
• CAPEX Management: Review and approve capital expenditure requests.
• Asset Lifecycle Processing: Capitalization, transfers, disposals, retirements.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Coordinate with plant managers, project leads, and department heads to verify asset status.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Excel

Word

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

Accountant 1

The Fixed Assets Accountant is responsible for reviewing and approving capital expenditures (CAPEX) for accuracy and completeness in accordance with company policy and GAAP. This position manages full-cycle fixed asset transactional work—including capitalization, asset transfers, and retirements—requiring active communication and collaboration with plant and project contacts.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Financial Reporting & Reconciliation: Prepare journal entries, maintain individual fixed asset roll-forward schedules, and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts in compliance with GAAP and company guidelines.

CAPEX Management: Review and approve capital expenditure requests; ensure transactions meet capitalization thresholds and criteria.

Asset Lifecycle Processing: Execute day-to-day transactional activities including capitalization, internal transfers, disposals, and retirements.

Cross-Functional Communication: Partner directly with plant managers, project leads, and department heads to verify asset status and resolve discrepancies.

Time Management: Multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment to meet strict CAPEX tracking and period-end close deadlines.

Adaptability & Collaboration: Work collaboratively within the team while maintaining flexibility to adjust pace as project volumes fluctuate.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Experience: 0 to 2 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and Word).
• Understanding and working knowledge of GAAP standards. Soft Skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.