Fixed Asset Accountant at SIMS Nigeria Limited

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.