Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Fixed Asset Accountant (6 month contract)
If you’re passionate about making the world a safer, more sustainable and more resourceful place, join us!
About Itron
Be a part of shaping our future. In the midst of rapidly growing populations, rising development around the world, and increasing demand, the way we are managing energy and water resources will shape the future of our planet. Itron’s decades of experience is helping to ensure success in creating a more resourceful world.
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely, and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas, and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure safety and promote the well-being of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.
About the Position:
As part of a centralized team, the Fixed Asset Accountant will be responsible for the general ledger accounting for fixed assets across international entities, balance sheet reconciliations, and the recording and management of fixed asset data.
The position will be accountable for the management of day-to-day activities relating to fixed assets and ensuring compliance with US GAAP accounting standards.
In addition, the Accountant will serve as a GBS Relationship Manager for international entities in relation to fixed assets with responsibility for regular communication with internal customers as well as responsibility for driving compliance with policy and overall reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day Fixed Asset Accounting for International entities.
• Check completeness and accuracy of fixed asset subledger and month-end closing activities.
• Prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and adjustments.
• Monitor a system of controls, policies, and procedures for the recording of fixed assets.
• Co-ordinate periodic physical inventory counts of fixed assets and identify items for disposal
• Initiate periodic impairment reviews for intangible assets and investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets
• Ensure financial records are in compliance with US GAAP.
• Consistently maintain appropriate internal controls and uphold company policies & procedures.
• Build relationships with and support key contacts in Corporate Accounting, GBS, and global entities.
• Compliance with SOX requirements and testing.
• Support Internal and External Audits.

Key Skills:

• Good working knowledge of Oracle or similar integrated software products.
• Exposure to and in-depth knowledge of US GAAP Accounting policies.
• Must be proficient in managing and analyzing large data sets.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced target driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Accurate and methodical approach.
• Customer-focused.
• Good team player.
• Results focused with an ability to work independently.
• Enthusiastic and organized.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst ensuring accuracy.
• Proactive, adaptable, and flexible.
• Able to forge strong working relationships with a culturally and geographically diverse set of colleagues and suppliers.

Education and/or Experience:

• Degree in accounting or equivalent preferred and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Must be fluent in English (written and spoken) and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

We offer you

• Purpose: Opportunity to create a more resourceful world by working on the 21st century’s biggest challenges: managing water, energy, and gas.
• Career: The opportunity to develop in the consolidated GBS center of a multinational company with global scope.
• Compensation package: Competitive salary, pension plan, health insurance, hybrid work arrangement, study support, parking.

Candidates will only be considered if they hold an EU or EEA passport or a current valid Stamp 4 Visa.
For decades, Itron has been delivering critical energy and water infrastructure services to customers around the globe-and we’re just getting started. Join us and help design the future of resource management!
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don’t perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate’s starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email
Accessibility@itron.com
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Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world:
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• Manage day-to-day Fixed Asset Accounting for International entities.
• Check completeness and accuracy of fixed asset subledger and month-end closing activities.
• Prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and adjustments.
• Monitor a system of controls, policies, and procedures for the recording of fixed assets.
• Co-ordinate periodic physical inventory counts of fixed assets and identify items for disposal
• Initiate periodic impairment reviews for intangible assets and investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets
• Ensure financial records are in compliance with US GAAP.
• Consistently maintain appropriate internal controls and uphold company policies & procedures.
• Build relationships with and support key contacts in Corporate Accounting, GBS, and global entities.
• Compliance with SOX requirements and testing.
• Support Internal and External Audits