• Application Deadline: Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Fixed Asset Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Description

• The fixed asset accountant position is accountable for recording the cost of newly-acquired fixed assets (both tangible and intangible), tracking existing fixed assets, recording depreciation, and accounting for the disposition of fixed assets.

Core Responsibilities

• Create and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms to record fixed assets.


• Recommend to management any updates to accounting policies related to fixed assets.


• Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system.


• Reconcile the balance in the fixed asset subsidiary ledger to the summary-level account in the general ledger.


• Calculate asset retirement obligations for those fixed assets to which AROs are applicable.


• Investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets.


• Conduct periodic impairment reviews for intangible assets.


• Prepare property tax returns.


• Track company expenditures for fixed assets compared to the capital budget and management authorizations.

Required Experience / Qualifications / Skills

• Qualification to Degree level.


• A higher degree and professional qualification.


• 5 years cognate experience.


• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations.


• Excellent oral and written communication.


• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.


• Impeccable attention to detail, strong analytical, report writing, and computer skills.