Fixed Asset Accountant

The Fountain Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking a Senior Fixed Asset Accountant for a 7-month assignment in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on end-to-end fixed asset lifecycle management, depreciation, reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly reporting for a global client.

Reporting to the Fixed Asset Manager, you will drive asset capitalization, disposals, and capital project oversight, including audits and variance analysis, leveraging SAP and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience with fixed asset focus.
• ERP systems expertise (SAP preferred).
• Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and familiarity with Power BI.
• US GAAP and IFRS, SOX controls knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fixed asset lifecycle: capitalization, disposals, transfers, and write-offs per policies and standards.
• Maintain fixed asset ledger; perform reconciliations and ensure GL accuracy.
• Monitor Capex and asset classifications; coordinate with business units and budget owners.
• Coordinate periodic physical asset audits and resolve variances.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reporting and KPI metrics for leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

We are a national staffing firm and are currently seeking a Fixed Asset Accountant for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Tampa, FL.

Job Details:

• 7-month assignment, possibility extension based on performance and budget.
• Seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive Senior Fixed Asset Accountant to join our finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of the company’s fixed assets.
• Reporting directly to the Fixed Asset Manager, you will ensure the integrity of financial data, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and provide critical monthly and quarterly reporting. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses strong analytical capabilities, and is eager to contribute to the financial success of a globalleader.

Fixed Asset Management & Accounting –

• Asset Lifecycle Management: Oversee the complete lifecycle of fixed assets, including the timely capitalization of assets, recording of disposals, transfers, and write-offs in accordance with Group policies and local GAAP/IFRS standards.
• Depreciation & Reconciliation: Maintain the fixed asset ledger, ensure assets are depreciating appropriately and perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of the general ledger.
• Capital Expenditure (Capex) Monitoring: Partner with business partners and department heads to monitor Capital Work-in-Progress and ensure proper classification and documentation for all capital projects.
• Physical Audits: Coordinate and support periodic physical inventory audits of fixed assets across locations, identifying and resolving any variances.

Financial Reporting & KPI Analytics -

• Performance Indicators: Compile, analyze, and distribute comprehensive monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to fixed assets and capital spend.
• Periodic Reporting: Draft and prepare various financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc basis for senior management and corporate finance teams.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct detailed analysis on account reconciliations/key controls to justify variances.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline. CPA, CMA, or active progression toward certification is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, with a proven, dedicated focus on fixed asset accounting and capital project management within a large corporate or multinational environment.
• Advanced proficiency in major ERP systems (e.g., SAP preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, index/match, pivot tables, large data sets); familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.
• Thorough, practical command of US GAAP and IFRS standards, specifically regarding asset impairment, capitalization thresholds, and depreciation methodologies. Strong understanding of SOX controls.

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