JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Fixed Asset & Capex Accounting- Maintain 200+ fixed asset depreciation and amortization schedules across the portfolio
- Apply appropriate depreciable methods and useful lives for fixed assets, and amortization periods for intangible assets
- Track capex project spending for budgeted and emergency requests; close out fully-billed purchase orders in the accounting system
- Prepare, review, and post expense-to-fixed-asset reclassification entries
- Reconcile construction-in-progress accounts and reclass to the appropriate fixed asset account upon project completion
- Deliver monthly fixed asset reporting to ownership across the portfolio
- Serve as the final authority on capitalization versus expense determinations, applying professional accounting judgment in conformity with GAAP - including where the appropriate treatment differs from the preferences of operations, asset management, or ownership
- Account for right-of-use assets and lease-related amortization under ASC 842, coordinating with the corporate accounting team
Systems and Process Improvement- Serve as subject matter expert for the fixed asset and capex workstream in SHG's migration to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Identify and drive process improvement opportunities that reduce manual work and strengthen controls in the new system
FF&E Reserve & Owner/Lender Coordination- Partner with financial institutions to secure and collect FF&E reserve reimbursements, as available
- Partner with the capex team on capitalization policy, workload balancing, and day-to-day questions
Team Leadership- Manage, develop, and set priorities for a Fixed Asset Supervisor and Fixed Asset Specialist
- Own the quality and timeliness of the team's schedules, reconciliations, and reporting
- Serve as the escalation point for complex fixed asset and capex issues
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including fixed asset/capex accounting
- Prior supervisory or team-lead experience
- Experience participating in an ERP implementation or system conversion strongly preferred
- Multi-property or hospitality accounting experience a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES- Deep understanding of GAAP and USALI, particularly fixed asset capitalization, depreciation, and amortization
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, large data sets); proficient in Outlook and Word
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or comparable ERP)
- Comfort translating accounting requirements into system configuration and process design
- General ledger reconciliation and journal entry review skills
This role is well-suited for a candidate who:
- Owns outcomes across both steady-state accounting and process transformation
- Translates fluently between accounting requirements and system/technical design
- Leads a small team while staying hands-on with the technical accounting
- Brings a continuous-improvement mindset to manual, legacy processes
- Operates with discipline and accuracy across a large, multi-property portfolio
Competencies- Process Improvement: Identifies inefficiencies in existing processes and redesigns them for accuracy, scale, and control; drives change through ambiguity.
- Systems Acumen: Understands how accounting logic translates into system configuration; partners effectively with IT/data teams on system design and testing.
- Commitment to Task: Demonstrates dependability and urgency about results; takes responsibility for outcomes and overcomes obstacles.
- Communication Skills: Presents ideas and information clearly to varied audiences, including ownership and IT partners; actively listens and responds effectively.
- Managing Execution: Manages multiple projects, prioritizes effectively, and uses resources to meet goals across both team leadership and individual technical work.
*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.
