Fixed Asset Accountant

About the role

The Fixed Asset Accountant oversees the company's fixed asset management function, ensuring accurate tracking, valuation, capitalization and reporting of all fixed and intangible assets. The role supports strategic decisions through timely analysis, strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and policies.

Key responsibilities

• Approve AUC (Asset Under Construction) codes and ensure proper account assignment for fixed asset-related purchase requests and orders.
• Set up, implement and monitor internal controls, procedures and documentation for accurate fixed asset recording.
• Review and approve periodic impairment assessments for tangible and intangible assets.
• Oversee recording of asset acquisitions, transfers, capitalization and disposals, and close completed AUC projects promptly.
• Monitor project cost compilation into fixed asset accounts and reconcile the fixed asset subsidiary ledger with the general ledger monthly.
• Oversee depreciation calculations and posting for fixed, intangible and ROU assets.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, and liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Analyse fixed asset performance, utilization and lifecycle for management decisions, and track capital expenditure against budgets.
• Recommend updates to fixed asset accounting policies in line with best practice and IFRS, and lead and coach the fixed asset accounting team.
• Work with Procurement, Projects, Finance, Asset and Operations teams to safeguard company assets.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with ICAN/ACCA certification or advanced stage.
• 5+ years managing large asset registers, WIP, reconciliations and audits.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS (IAS 16, IAS 36, IAS 23) and the fixed asset lifecycle.
• Attention to detail, analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.

Required skills

• SAP
• Advanced Excel

What we offer

• Private health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training and development