Global Fixed Asset Accountant III

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Global Fixed Asset Accountant to join their dynamic Global finance team. This role will be pivotal in managing the company's global fixed assets and intangible assets, ensuring accuracy, compliance with US GAAP and relevant local GAAPs, and driving continuous improvement in processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in transformative change through automation and strategic project execution across all regions. Key Responsibilities Global Fixed Asset Accounting: Own the global accounting and reporting for fixed assets, including property, plant, equipment, and critical intangible assets as designated. Ensure accurate capitalization, depreciation/amortization, disposals, and impairment analysis in accordance with US GAAP, relevant local GAAPs, and company policies across all regions (APAC, GC, EMEIA, and ALAC). Process Transformation & Optimization: Drive transformative change within fixed asset and intangible asset accounting through process automation, system optimization, and strategic project execution to enhance efficiency, control, and data integrity. Month/Quarter-End Close: Contribute to the timely and accurate month-end and quarter-end close processes for fixed assets and intangible assets, including preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and providing robust supporting documentation for financial reporting. Governance & Risk Management: Establish and maintain a robust governance framework for the global team, proactively managing financial risk and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Audit & Compliance: Act as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors, providing comprehensive support and documentation related to the global team. Ensure strong internal controls are in place and operating effectively. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with business partners, including Record-to-Report (R2R) accountants, business finance teams, operations, tax, and Corporate accounting, to ensure seamless integration and alignment of fixed asset and intangible asset processes and data. Reporting & Analysis: Prepare timely and accurate fixed asset and intangible asset schedules, reconciliations as required. Collaborate closely with Corporate accounting to ensure accurate reporting of fixed assets and/or intangible assets. Minimum Qualifications Excellent SAP knowledge or equivalent ERP experience Demonstrated multi-national experience Accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, etc Experience in fixed asset accounting principles Strong expertise in US GAAP is essential, with demonstrated experience navigating and applying various local GAAP differences across multiple jurisdictions Preferred Qualifications Can demonstrate solid understanding of intangible accounting principles Proficient in data visualisation and reporting tools such as Tableau or Dataiku (desirable) Exhibits exceptional problem-solving skills and adaptability in dynamic situations Is action-oriented, proactive, and demonstrates a results-driven approach Effectively manages conflicts and fosters collaborative solutions Remains resilient under pressure and consistently meets deadlines Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Skill