Asset Accountant

JOB TITLE: Fixed Asset Accountant

LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA or Remote

DURATION: 12 months

RATE RANGE: $48-$58/hr

COMPANY: Our client is a global leader in AI and high-performance computing, powering innovations in gaming, robotics, and data science.

Job Description: We are currently looking for a Fixed Asset Accountant (Contract). The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for accounting for fixed assets from purchase order approval through asset disposition. This position requires an organized, highly motivated professional with strong drive and skills to drive continuous improvement for all processes related to the full capital cycle. The individual will perform a variety of tasks ranging from routine to sophisticated analysis and play a critical part in fixed asset accounting operations, including the month‑end close process resulting in complete and accurate financial statements.

This is a role for an energetic individual who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and who has excellent communication skills.

• Ensure fixed assets are properly accounted for by monitoring the end‑to‑end process including classification, useful life, acquisitions, transfers, depreciation, disposals, and reporting.
• Drive global process automation, documentation and continuous improvement initiatives for fixed assets geared towards operational improvement and alignment across legal entities.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of the SAP fixed assets module accounting and reporting functionality to assist with global capital expenditure reporting and analysis.
• Prepare and review fixed asset account reconciliations and analysis to ensure completeness and accuracy and resolve account discrepancies on a timely basis.
• Monitor and report on CIP (Construction in Progress) and ensure timely capitalization of projects.
• Provide training and guidance to ensure that the review, approval, and accounting policies for capital purchases are globally aligned and consistently applied.
• Plan, coordinate count and record results of periodic fixed assets physical inventory.
• Prepare supporting documentation and respond to inquiries for the company's quarterly, interim and year end audits, including SOX internal controls processes and procedures.

• Undergraduate Degree in Finance/Accounting with knowledge of US GAAP (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years' experience in Fixed Asset accounting.
• Working knowledge and experience with accounting software systems (preferably SAP) as well as asset management database tools.
• Demonstrated experience automating processes and activities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task.

• Experience with Tableau and Power BI.
• A great teammate who takes on additional responsibilities as they progress and stays committed to providing an environment that fosters career growth and development for the team.

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full‑time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.