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Job Description
Fixed Assets Accountant - Salt Lake City
On-Site Monday-Thursday
About Packsize
Packsize is an automation company that enables more efficient and sustainable packaging process flows from packing to unboxing. We’re propelling our customers and the industry forward, always looking to innovate and improve. Because, to us, packaging is about much more than a box, it’s about delivering what’s right, for our customers, for their customers, and our planet.
About The Role
Packsize is seeking a self-motivated Fixed Asset Accountant to join our cohesive accounting team. You will support the day-to-day fixed asset accounting function, ensuring fixed asset additions, transfers, depreciation, and disposals are recorded accurately and timely. You will partner cross-functionally to maintain accurate asset records, support month-end close and audit activities, and help improve fixed asset processes and controls.
Your ability to be a proactive problem-solver who takes ownership, anticipates needs, and drives results will be vital to your success in this role. You will play a key role in supporting Packsize’s innovative, problem-solving, solution-focused accounting team environment. This role reports to the Assistant Controller.
What You’ll Do
What You’ll Bring
The salary range for this role is $59,000 - $65,000; however, Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills.
Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. At Packsize, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.
Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Fixed Assets Accountant - Salt Lake City
On-Site Monday-Thursday
About Packsize
Packsize is an automation company that enables more efficient and sustainable packaging process flows from packing to unboxing. We’re propelling our customers and the industry forward, always looking to innovate and improve. Because, to us, packaging is about much more than a box, it’s about delivering what’s right, for our customers, for their customers, and our planet.
About The Role
Packsize is seeking a self-motivated Fixed Asset Accountant to join our cohesive accounting team. You will support the day-to-day fixed asset accounting function, ensuring fixed asset additions, transfers, depreciation, and disposals are recorded accurately and timely. You will partner cross-functionally to maintain accurate asset records, support month-end close and audit activities, and help improve fixed asset processes and controls.
Your ability to be a proactive problem-solver who takes ownership, anticipates needs, and drives results will be vital to your success in this role. You will play a key role in supporting Packsize’s innovative, problem-solving, solution-focused accounting team environment. This role reports to the Assistant Controller.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation and ensure compliance with company policies related to capitalization, asset tracking, and asset disposition
- Support month-end close activities related to fixed assets, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
- Partner with internal departments to ensure proper classification and timely recording of capital expenditures
- Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor requests related to fixed assets
- Participate in fixed asset process improvement initiatives and system implementations to increase efficiency
- Research and resolve fixed asset discrepancies and accounting issues
- Assist with ad hoc reporting and special accounting projects as needed
- Take ownership and demonstrate strong intuition by anticipating and resolving issues before they affect operations; provide updates to leadership as needed to ensure alignment
What You’ll Bring
- Strong understanding of fixed asset accounting principles and internal controls
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- High attention to detail paired with a sense of urgency and ownership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with ERP systems and accounting software preferred (SAP experience is a plus)
- Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, preferred
- 2 years of accounting experience, including fixed asset accounting experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- Experience in process improvement or automation projects is a plus
- Reside in or near Salt Lake City, Utah, with the ability to work in the office four days per week
- Ability to work in an office environment; sitting for extended periods and moving about the office
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
- Repetitive movements
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
The salary range for this role is $59,000 - $65,000; however, Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills.
Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. At Packsize, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.
Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $59,000 - $65,000