ASSET STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Knife River Corporation; Tangent (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Tangent, Oregon is seeking an Asset Accountant responsible for managing fixed asset accounting processes and ensuring accurate compliance. The role includes overseeing the asset lifecycle and supervising staff.

Ideal candidates should have 5+ years in fixed asset accounting, a strong understanding of GAAP, and excellent organizational and communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fixed asset accounting experience required.
• Basic knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organization's fixed asset accounting processes.
• Oversee the full asset lifecycle including acquisition and disposal.
• Prepare and file returns related to licensing and titles.

Skills

Fixed asset accounting

GAAP knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Leadership and mentorship

Analytical skills

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Overview

The Asset Accountant is responsible for managing the organization’s fixed asset accounting processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. This role oversees the full asset lifecycle—including acquisition, capitalization, depreciation, transfer, and disposal. The Asset Accountant will supervise two direct reports, providing direction, training, workload management, and performance feedback to support departmental goals. The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset subledger and general ledger accounts.
• Ensure accurate capitalization of assets in accordance with company policy and GAAP.
• Record depreciation, amortization, adjustments, and disposals.
• Monitor construction work in progress (CWIP) activity and ensure timely project closeouts.
• Review and validate asset coding, useful life assignments, and depreciation methods.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual fixed asset schedules and reports.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting related to capital expenditures and depreciation.
• Prepare and file related returns and reports, including fuel/mileage filings, and license and title filings.
• Perform administrative oversight of and recordkeeping for preventive maintenance, Voyager fleet cards, tool reimbursements, DOT and other inspections.
• Process and maintain company equipment pool leases.
• Chart and maintain preventative maintenance schedules.
• Calculate and record equipment rates/attachment true ups.
• Compiles, records, and analyzes financial information for all company equipment and equipment-related activities, including original miles/hours; weekly equipment hours; Unit numbers and transfers; Unit titling and licensing; Meter true ups; shop/dummy allocations; business unit exception, and offsite mechanic time.
• Partner with procurement, operations, and project teams to ensure data integrity.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support goal setting.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and asset documentation prepared by the team.
• Manage workflow, set priorities, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support capital project tracking and reporting.
• Ensure DOT, MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to work independently and under time constraints.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and fixed asset accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP and fixed asset modules
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop staff

Minimum Requirements

• Five (5) years of fixed asset accounting experience.
• Basic knowledge of GAAP.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior supervisory or team‑lead experience desirable.
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience; fixed asset accounting strongly preferred.

Veterans

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferrable to our Asset Staff Accountant. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

Additional Information

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.