Analyst, Fixed Assets

Dollar Tree, Inc.; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar Tree, Inc. in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Full Time Associate for a 12- to 18-month assignment to support fixed asset reporting for 9,000+ locations in the US and Canada. You will help with depreciation calculations, project accounting set-up, budgeting, forecasting, and ERP transition data validation.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, 2+ years of related experience, strong Excel skills, and clear communication. CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline.
• 2+ years related experience.
• Proficient to advanced Excel.
• Strong communication skills.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end depreciation accruals and schedules.
• Assist with project accounting setup in the general ledger.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and depreciation reporting.
• Help validate asset data during ERP transition.
• Assist auditors with fixed asset documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational & analytical skills

Microsoft Excel (advanced)

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline

CPA candidate preferred

Job description

(Full Time Associate, Temporary 12-18 month assignment) Salary Range: $68,000 - $83,000

Support fixed asset reporting for over 9,000 retail locations as well as corporate offices and distribution centers in the United States and Canada. Assist with tracking and reporting of Construction in Progress, from aggregating cost information through supporting the timely placement of completed projects in service. Support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting of depreciation expense and loss on disposals. Assist with tracking and reporting of cloud computing related fixed assets and subscription-based technology investments, supporting proper accounting treatment in accordance with GAAP and corporate policy. Provide dedicated support to the Fixed Assets team during the ERP transition, including data validation, reconciliation, and testing of the fixed asset module.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end depreciation accruals and supporting schedules for review.
• Assist with the set-up and maintenance of project accounting (activities, categories, templates, in-service dates, etc.) in the general ledger.
• Support internal departments with data and analysis for the annual capital expenditure budget and monthly forecasting processes.
• Assist the Tax department with data requests and reporting needs related to fixed assets.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual depreciation budget.
• Prepare budget-vs-actual analyses and reconciliations for depreciation and gain/loss accounts.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of the fixed asset subledger to the general ledger, researching and resolving variances, for review and approval.
• Support proper capitalization of expenditures in accordance with GAAP and corporate policy; respond to routine internal fixed asset inquiries and elevate more complex questions as needed.
• Assist with the disposition of fixed assets, including reviewing supporting documentation, calculating gain/loss on disposal, and ensuring timely and accurate removal of disposed assets from the fixed asset subledger.
• Assist with research into business or operational issues affecting the company's fixed assets and help document recommended process improvements.
• Support internal and external auditors by preparing schedules and gathering documentation for fixed-asset-related requests.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management.
• Assist with accounting research and help document company policies and positions in memorandums.
• Support the tracking of cloud computing arrangements, including gathering cost information and maintaining accurate asset records in partnership with IT, Procurement, and Finance.
• Assist with data migration validation, reconciliation of legacy-to-new-system balances, and documentation of updated procedures as part of the ERP transition.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline.
• 2+ years related experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work well with deadlines and reprioritize work assignments as needed.
• Ability to work well in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Full time Chesapeake, Virginia

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