Fixed Asset Accountant

One of our top clients in North Phoenix is seeking a Fixed Asset Accountant to join their accounting team in an on‑site, contract‑to‑hire capacity. This role will focus heavily on fixed asset, capital project, and lease accounting while partnering cross‑functionally with Operations, Facilities, and Accounts Payable in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of fixed assets including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, impairments, and retirements
• Review capital expenditures and ensure proper classification in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset subledgers to the general ledger on a monthly basis
• Track and manage Construction‑in‑Progress (CIP) and ensure timely capitalization of completed projects
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries related to fixed assets, depreciation, leases, and capital projects
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis as part of month‑end close
• Support operating and finance lease accounting in coordination with Real Estate and Facilities teams
• Partner with Operations, Project Managers, and AP to ensure accurate capital project close‑out
• Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audits
• Identify and support process improvements and system enhancements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience with a strong focus on fixed assets and capital accounting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, particularly fixed asset and lease accounting
• Experience with ERP systems such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, or Dynamics
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, large data sets)
• Experience in healthcare, multi‑entity, or complex environments preferred
• CPA or CPA‑eligible a plus