Fixed Asset Accountant

Job Description

Fixed Asset Accountant | Robert Half

The Tone:
This is an early career role supporting core accounting operations. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm, connecting highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. This position ensures reliable financial data and timely reporting by accurately managing asset records and contributing to general ledger activity, reporting, and month-end close processes. The role is critical for maintaining accurate financial information and supporting various accounting functions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Honolulu, HI
• Mission: This person will ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records by managing fixed assets and supporting various accounting and reporting functions.
• Tech Stack: accounting systems, Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Asset Management: Oversee fixed asset accounting activities, including recording acquisitions, retirements, transfers, and depreciation while keeping asset records accurate and up to date.
• General Ledger Operations: Prepare and post journal entries related to general ledger activity, accruals, amortization, and other recurring accounting transactions.
• Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile fixed asset balances, bank accounts, and assigned general ledger accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy each reporting period.
• Reporting & Compliance: Support lease accounting by maintaining schedules and tracking payment activity, and assist with monthly and annual financial reporting by compiling account data and reviewing variances.
• Cross-Functional Support: Process day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, and contribute to payroll and tax-related accounting tasks.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Working knowledge of fixed asset accounting, including depreciation, asset tracking, fixed asset ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, month-end close support, and core accounting processes across financial reporting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Experience: At least 1 year of accounting experience, with exposure to fixed assets, general ledger work, or related financial operations. Experience using Microsoft Office and accounting software to organize, analyze, and report financial data.
• Skills: Ability to manage detailed records accurately, prioritize deadlines, maintain consistency, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach.