Fixed Assets Analyst, Shared Services

Fixed Assets Analyst

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly collaborative Fixed Assets Analyst to join our Record-to-Report (R2R) team. This role involves managing fixed asset transactions, reconciliations, and reporting processes, while driving efficiencies through process improvements and automation. The position requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

Shared Services Centers (SSC) centralize essential business processes, creating streamlined operations, cost efficiencies, and consistent quality. By consolidating areas such as finance, procurement, payroll, and reporting, SSC fosters innovation, supports strategic goals, and enhances organizational effectiveness. SSC's primary functions include:

• O2C (Order-to-Cash): Ensures smooth revenue processes from customer order to payment.
• R2R (Record-to-Report): Provides accurate financial reporting and robust accounting processes.
• P2P (Procure-to-Pay): Ensures timely payments to vendors and strengthens supplier relationships.
• Center of Excellence: Champions innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement to optimize fixed asset processes.
• Perform fixed asset transactions, accounting, and month-end closing activities.
• Conduct fixed asset processing and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile fixed asset ledger accounts with the general ledger on a regular basis.
• Assist with asset capitalization and preparation of financial statements related to fixed assets.
• Prepare detailed reports on fixed asset balances, depreciation, capital expenditures, and disposals.
• Collaborate with teams across localized operating companies to ensure seamless operations.
• Maintain familiarity with the chart of accounts and SAP code block elements (e.g., profit and cost center hierarchies).
• Identify and promote process improvements, including automation initiatives, to gain efficiencies.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to fixed asset controls, policies, and procedures.
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and attention to detail, supporting professional development and innovative thinking within the team.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (required).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience working in finance and accounting functions (required). At least 2 years of experience with SAP or equivalent ERP in a shared services environment (required).
• Familiarity with designing and standardizing transactional processes (preferred).
• Working knowledge of the building products/construction industry (preferred).
• Skills: Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Familiarity with GAAP, internal controls, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting. Proficiency in month-end close activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse audiences. Proven skills in process improvement and technology-enabled efficiency gains. Strong organizational skills with the ability to navigate competing priorities. Team-oriented mindset with a focus on collaboration and customer service excellence.

What CRH Offers You:

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH:

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.