Job Title: Accountant - Junior Fixed Assets Analyst
Duration: 06+ Months (Potential Extension to Full-Time based on performance)
Location: North Chicago , Illinois, 60064
Work Model: Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
Work Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Urgency: Immediate need | ASAP start
 
Role Overview:

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Fixed Assets Analyst to join our Finance team. This role will support the management, verification, and reporting of fixed assets, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and disposal processes in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• This position supports project accounting, involves high-volume Excel work, journal entries, and basic reconciliations, and works closely with a small collaborative finance team.

 
Must-Have Highlights (from Intake Call):

• Strong Excel proficiency is mandatory (basic functions minimum).
• ERP experience required (SAP preferred, Oracle or NetSuite acceptable).
• Bachelor’s degree minimum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the recording and tracking of fixed asset acquisitions, transfers, and disposals.
• Support monthly and quarterly close activities related to fixed assets, including depreciation runs and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date asset records in the fixed asset subledger.
• Conduct physical asset verification and tagging across various locations to ensure asset integrity and compliance.
• Collaborate with project owners and finance teams to ensure timely capitalization of assets.
• Help prepare audit documentation and respond to internal and external audit requests.
• Participate in system enhancements related to fixed asset accounting.
• Support compliance with internal controls and corporate accounting policies.
• Assist in generating reports and analysis for management review.
• Perform manual Journal entries, accruals and reclassifications.

 
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in accounting or finance; internship or exposure to fixed assets is a plus.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP, Power BI, or other ERP systems is a plus.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

 
Extra Notes:

• Manager emphasized Excel proficiency due to previous skill gaps.
• ERP experience in any system is beneficial.
• Candidates should not use AI during interviews.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 22.00/hr.