Senior Fixed Asset Accountant (Tampa)

Position SummaryThe Senior Fixed Asset Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining the company's fixed asset accounting processes across multiple facilities. This role oversees capital expenditure tracking, asset capitalization, depreciation, disposals, inventory controls, and compliance with GAAP and company policies.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full lifecycle accounting for fixed assets, including asset setup, capitalization, transfers, disposals, and depreciationMaintain accurate fixed asset subledger and ensure reconciliation to the general ledger on a monthly basisReview capital expenditure requests and monitor CIP (Construction in Progress) projects through completion and capitalizationPartner with plant operations and engineering teams to track manufacturing equipment purchases, installations, and retirementsPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual fixed asset roll forwards and supporting schedulesAnalyze depreciation expense trends and support budgeting and forecasting processesCoordinate and support physical fixed asset inventories across manufacturing locationsEnsure compliance with company capitalization policies and U.S. GAAP requirementsAssist with lease accounting and asset impairment analyses as neededSupport month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliationsPrepare audit schedules and support internal and external audit requests related to fixed assets and capital expendituresIdentify opportunities to improve fixed asset processes, reporting, and internal controlsAssist with ERP system enhancements, fixed asset module implementations, and process automation initiativesMentor junior accounting staff and provide guidance on fixed asset accounting proceduresQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required5+ years of accounting experience with significant exposure to fixed assets and capital accountingManufacturing industry experience strongly preferredStrong understanding of GAAP related to fixed assets, depreciation, and capitalizationAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysisStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally across operations and finance teams