Fixed Asset Accountant: Capital Projects & Reporting

Norfolk Southern Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corporation in Atlanta, GA is seeking a B3 Fixed Asset Accountant to manage capital projects and fixed asset accounting throughout the asset lifecycle. The role collaborates with operations, engineering, and finance to ensure timely, accurate GAAP-compliant reporting.

The position supports the monthly close, reconciliations, depreciation studies, and audits, while driving process improvements and cross-functional partnerships across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Capital Project and Fixed Asset Accounting: review requests, determine capital vs. expense treatment, guide capitalization requirements, monitor projects to completion and classify assets.
• Financial Close, Reporting, and Controls: support monthly, quarterly, and annual close with journal entries and reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, assist audits.
• Business Partnership and Continuous Improvement: build relationships, identify process improvements, participate in system enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Administrative and reporting support: provide asset information for depreciation studies and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

General Ledger Software

Fixed Asset Software

Job description

Norfolk Southern Corporation in Atlanta, GA is seeking a B3 Fixed Asset Accountant to manage capital projects and fixed asset accounting throughout the asset lifecycle. The role collaborates with operations, engineering, and finance to ensure timely, accurate GAAP-compliant reporting.

The position supports the monthly close, reconciliations, depreciation studies, and audits, while driving process improvements and cross-functional partnerships across the company.