Vaco by Highspring
Fixed Assets Accountant
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Fixed Assets Accountant to support the day-to-day oversight of capital spending, asset tracking, and related financial reporting activities. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate project and asset data within an enterprise financial system and partners cross-functionally with finance, operations, procurement, and technology teams.
The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, hands-on experience with ERP systems, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the full lifecycle of capital projects, including project setup, budget loading, error resolution, and ongoing monitoring of capital expenditures for proper capitalization
Manage the fixed asset lifecycle, including asset creation, depreciation processing, transfers, disposals, and adjustments
Prepare, post, and review monthly journal entries related to capital and fixed asset activity
Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and system integrity
Respond to inquiries related to capital projects, assets, and capital budgets from internal stakeholders
Develop, analyze, and distribute recurring financial and operational reports
Support internal and external audit activities by preparing schedules, reports, and supporting documentation
Assist with budget forecasting and ad hoc financial analysis as requested
Support financial system changes related to mergers, acquisitions, or system enhancements
Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials
Assist with report development, queries, and data analysis within the financial system
Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including system enhancements, policy updates, and procedural changes
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects aligned with organizational goals Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of three years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years supporting fixed assets or capital accounting
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills with a high level of attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that
workplace discrimination is illegal
. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees
here
. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies
here
. Residents of all other states may access our policies
here
. Canadian residents may access our policies in English
here
and in French
here
. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies
here
. Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Oversee the full lifecycle of capital projects, including project setup, budget loading, error resolution, and ongoing monitoring of capital expenditures for proper capitalization
Manage the fixed asset lifecycle, including asset creation, depreciation processing, transfers, disposals, and adjustments
Prepare, post, and review monthly journal entries related to capital and fixed asset activity
Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and system integrity
Respond to inquiries related to capital projects, assets, and capital budgets from internal stakeholders
Develop, analyze, and distribute recurring financial and operational reports
Support internal and external audit activities by preparing schedules, reports, and supporting documentation
Assist with budget forecasting and ad hoc financial analysis as requested
Support financial system changes related to mergers, acquisitions, or system enhancements
Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials
Assist with report development, queries, and data analysis within the financial system
Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including system enhancements, policy updates, and procedural changes
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects aligned with organizational goals Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of three years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years supporting fixed assets or capital accounting
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills with a high level of attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that
workplace discrimination is illegal
. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees
here
. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies
here
. Residents of all other states may access our policies
here
. Canadian residents may access our policies in English
here
and in French
here
. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies
here
. Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.