Perform the accounting function for the company's capital expenditures, mainly capitalized software projects, ensuring financial records are accurate and compliant with GAAP rules.
Track and manage all capitalized assets, including process and qualification for capitalization, depreciation, retirements, and disposals.
Ensure timely depreciation of assets placed in production.
Prepare capital financial reports, project financial reports, and perform month-end close activities for capital accounts.
Research, analyze and resolve accounting issues and report findings; escalate to upper management when needed.
Perform, review and document in-depth analysis of capital accounts and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Support internal and external audits related to capital expenditures and projects; support financial and audit reviews as requested.
Collaborate with project managers and business/Finance counterparts to ensure accurate financial tracking, recording, and reporting for all capital projects.
Identify, research, and implement solutions to streamline financial processes and improve internal controls within capital accounting functions.
Coordinate, lead, participate in meetings with team, business and Finance counterparts.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience including a minimum of 2 years experience in a senior accounting position
Knowledge of Internally developed software accounting rules
Experience in a fast paced accounting department of a publicly traded corporation
Skilled in developing detailed documentation and communicating financial information and results
Able to manage multiple work streams and competing deadlines
Able to work independently on their assignments and collaborate with the team for the overall goals / responsibilities of the team and organization
Able to problem solve and research
Effective communication skills to interact via email and meetings with the business to qualify software projects
Make quick decisions and know when to escalate to management
Strong understanding of financial accounting principles (GAAP) and accounting guidance
Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Preferred: Experience with Oracle Financial software