Fixed Asset Accountant

• Location: Hollywood, California
• $90000 base salary
• Remote: Remote
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1555
• Salary: $90,000 - $120,000

Title: Fixed Asset Accountant

Industry: Entertainment

Location: Hollywood – Hybrid

Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Fixed Asset Accountant who would thrive in the dynamic environment of Hollywood, where creativity meets finance. You would take on exciting responsibilities such as developing fixed asset capitalization processes and collaborating with diverse teams, all while enhancing your skills in a rapidly growing industry. This role offers significant opportunities for career growth, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in a creative sector.

Description:

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the monthly schedule for Fixed Asset capitalization.
• Draft memos related to project and asset capitalization in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Collaborate with various departments and project managers to streamline the time and asset capitalization processes.
• Generate and suggest monthly capitalization entries for both assets and labor.
• Monitor, track, and report on monthly capital expenditure (capex) spending and work in progress (WIP).
• Oversee and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare and review a variety of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Ensure robust internal controls are in place within accounting processes for accurate and timely reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of audit documentation for year-end audits conducted by external auditors.
• Support analysis and provide ad hoc reporting as needed.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and the complete accounting cycle.
• Strong grasp of fixed asset capitalization and software capitalization (ASC 350).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance; CPA certification is a plus but not mandatory.
• Proficient with software and capable of reconciling data across multiple systems.
• Advanced skills in Excel, including functions such as vlookups, pivots, and sumifs.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Self-motivated individual with the capacity to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Adaptable and strategic team player with high ethical standards, willing to engage in hands-on work.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.