Signature Aviation

Senior Accountant, Fixed Assets

Signature Aviation

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Orlando • Florida • United States

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Manage the full lifecycle of fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, retirements, and disposals.
  • Review asset additions to ensure appropriate classification, useful lives, and depreciation methodologies.
  • Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual fixed asset close activities, including reconciliations between the fixed asset subledger and general ledger.
  • Prepare fixed asset rollforwards, depreciation schedules, and supporting documentation for financial reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal control requirements related to fixed assets.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors on matters related to fixed asset accounting.
  • Prepare and respond to audit requests and inquiries in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control within the fixed asset accounting process.
  • Support system implementations, upgrades, or enhancements related to ERP or fixed asset subledger systems.
  • Maintain and update fixed asset accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
  • Partner with Construction & Infrastructure, IT, FP&A, Capital Management, Tax, and Operations teams to ensure proper capitalization and asset tracking.
  • Provide accounting guidance related to capital projects, including construction-in-progress (CWIP) accounting and project closeouts.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to capital expenditures and depreciation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
  • CPA or equivalent professional certification (preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including significant experience in fixed asset accounting.
  • Experience working with large ERP systems (e.g., AS400, Sage 1000, Sage Premier Fixed Assets, or similar).
  • Experience in a large, complex, or multi-entity environment preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP related to fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, and impairment.
  • Working knowledge of IFRS 16, including right-of-use asset accounting and lease-related asset impacts, preferred.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data analysis.
  • Experience with fixed asset subledger systems and reporting tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
  • Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
  • Identity Theft and Legal Services
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and Development
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
fixed asset accountingcapitalizationdepreciationreconciliationsfinancial reportingbudgetingforecastingdata analysisIFRS 16Excel
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsattention to detailtime managementcommunication skillscollaborationprocess improvementindependenceorganizational skillsadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPA