Senior Accountant, Fixed Assets

Company Description

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed byApollo Global Management,our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality....designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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Job Description

We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant, Fixed Assets to join our growing Finance team.In this role, you will report directly to a Manager, Fixed Assets on the Accounting team.

As a Senior Accountant, Fixed Assets, you will support the implementation of processes, policies, and procedures ensuring the accuracy of Fixed Assets accounting and reporting, including our state-of-the-art multi-billion dollar fiber network.

You will play a major part in the financial month-end closing and reporting process by assisting the management of Fixed Assets and related work in construction journal entries for the company.

The successful candidate will partner with key business stakeholders and business finance partners to provide accounting guidance for all functional areas and to ensure adherence to applicable guidance, policies, and processes.

As Senior Accountant, Fixed Assets your duties will include :

• Review, analyze and process all capital asset additions, disposals, capital asset transfer requests and other asset transactions
• Maintain and close Asset Management SAP subledger and monitor aging balances for assets under construction
• Prepare monthly / quarterly / annual Fixed Assets reports
• Analyze and document income statement and balance sheet fluctuations monthly
• Prepare various balance sheet account reconciliations ensuring proper supporting documentation including monthly reconciliation of fixed asset subledger to general ledger balances
• Perform the internal processes for the calculation, allocation and recording of capitalized labor and capitalized interest
• Review and enhance analysis and analytical processes and controls
• Provide support for internal management reporting, external GAAP reporting, and external audit activities as necessary
• Ensure effective working relationships with key business partners
• Perform special projects and any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Qualifications

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE :

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of demonstrated, hands-on with business owner accounting experience in Fixed Assets Accounting
• Experience with SAP required
• CPA highly preferred
• Experience organizing and analyzing large volume of data and identifying and deploying automation tools / solutions
• Proficiency in the use of database tools and financial reporting packages
• Clear communicator, experience running meetings effectively, and to explain complex concepts to a non-technical audience
• Complete ownership and accountability of the function given the deadline-oriented nature of the position
• Adaptable to changing business environment and organizational structure

BONUS POINTS FOR :

• Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Background in the telecommunications industry

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Additional Information

WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC.

We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce.

At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances.

We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness throughphysical, emotional and financial health.

Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program;

a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief inBeing Real .

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us befierce advocatesfor moreaccessible,inclusiveand high-quality internet, because webelieve doing so promotesequityin the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices :

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