FIXED ASSET&CAPEX ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Goodwill Southeast Georgia; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Southeast Georgia is seeking a Fixed Asset & Capex Analyst to manage accounting, reporting, analysis, control, and compliance of all capital assets and spending. You will oversee the fixed asset lifecycle, CIP projects, depreciation, asset inventories, and related reporting while collaborating with operational leadership for accurate accounting and strong controls.

Responsibilities include evaluating capitalization, tracking spending, ensuring asset transfers, maintaining depreciation

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required and a minimum of 3 years of work experience in public/private Accounting is preferred.
• Excellent knowledge in accounting and financial matters.
• Proficiency in fixed asset and capex accounting.
• Knowledgeable in GAAP policies and procedures.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Solid understanding of balance sheet and income statement.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Maintain proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and monitors capital expenditure requests to align with budgets and strategies.
• Partners with department leaders to evaluate capitalization of projects and acquisitions.
• Tracks project spending against budgets and reports variances to management.
• Ensures proper transfer from CIP to depreciable assets upon completion.
• Maintains fixed asset policies and capitalization guidelines per GAAP.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in accounting

3+ years accounting experience

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Fixed asset & capex accounting

ERP systems experience

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Microsoft Office Suite

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Fixed Asset & Capex Analyst is responsible for the accounting, reporting, analysis, control, and compliance of all company capital assets and capital spending activities. This role manages the fixed asset lifecycle, construction-in-progress projects, capitalization policies, depreciation accounting, physical asset inventories, and related financial reporting requirements while partnering with operational leadership to ensure accurate accounting and strong internal controls.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Reviews and monitors all capital expenditure requests to ensure expenditure aligns with approved capital budgets and company investment strategies.
2. 2. Partners with department leaders to evaluate potential capitalization of projects, equipment purchases, software implementations, facility improvements, and leasehold improvements.
3. 3. Tracks project spending against approved budgets and reports variances to management on a timely basis.
4. 4. Ensures timely closure of completed capital projects and proper transfer from Construction-in-Progress (CIP) accounts to depreciable asset categories.
5. 5. Develops and maintains fixed asset policies, procedures, and capitalization guidelines in accordance with GAAP and Company standards.
6. 6. Performs periodic reviews of useful lives, salvage values, and depreciation methods to ensure accuracy and consistency of accounting treatment.
7. 7. Coordinates asset tagging and asset identification processes to maintain accurate asset records throughout the organization.
8. 8. Reviews purchase requisitions, purchase orders, vendor invoices, and contracts for proper fixed asset classification and capitalization treatment.
9. 9. Monitors capital spending trends and prepares management reports identifying significant investments and project performance metrics.
10. 10. Supports facility expansions, relocations, remodels, equipment installations, and technology implementations from an accounting and reporting perspective.
11. 11. Evaluates abandoned, obsolete, damaged, or underutilized assets and recommends appropriate accounting treatment.
12. 12. Calculates gain or loss on asset disposals and ensures proper removal from accounting records.
13. 13. Assists with annual insurance renewal processes by providing fixed asset schedules, equipment listings, and replacement cost information.
14. 14. Coordinates with Information Technology personnel regarding capitalization and depreciation of internally developed software and technology-related investments.
15. 15. Maintains detailed records supporting all asset acquisitions, adjustments, transfers, retirements, and disposals.
16. 16. Participates in annual budgeting and strategic planning meetings related to future capital investments and infrastructure needs.
17. 17. Creates and maintains depreciation forecasting models to support long-range financial planning initiatives.
18. 18. Collaborates with Internal Audit and external auditors to support testing of internal controls over fixed assets and capital expenditures.
19. 19. Identifies opportunities to automate fixed asset accounting processes and improve reporting efficiency utilizing available technology solutions.
20. 20. Develops and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) related to capital spending, asset utilization, asset turnover, and capital project performance.
21. 21. Prepares executive-level reporting packages summarizing capital expenditures, project status, depreciation trends, and major asset activity.
22. 22. Provides training and guidance to operational and departmental personnel regarding accounting requirements for capital expenditures and asset management.
23. 23. Assists in ERP implementations, system upgrades, and process changes impacting fixed asset accounting and capital project management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• * A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required and a minimum of 3 years of work experience in public/private Accounting is preferred, which would provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to meet the minimum qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position.
• * Excellent knowledge in accounting and financial matters.
• * Proficiency in fixed asset and capex accounting.
• * Knowledgeable in GAAP policies and procedures.
• * Experience with ERP systems.
• * Solid understanding of accounting statements: balance sheet and income statement.
• * Excellent analytical skills.
• * A positive attitude, team player and process improvement-oriented mindset.
• * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• * Maintain proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics NAV
• * Maintain proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• * Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured under the company’s vehicles insurance policy.

Join us in our commitment to sustainability and making a positive contribution to our community. Our values guide everything that we do.

About Us:

Goodwill is an EEO employer and is committed to serving members of the military, Veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Our goal is to help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

• Goodwill provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability. Applicants with disabilities may contact Goodwill’s Human Resources Department at 912.354.6611 for assistance in accessing the on-line application system. Please be sure to include your name, preferred method of contact, and details on your requested accommodation. Goodwill will make every effort to respond to your request promptly.