Fixed Asset Accounting Manager

Description :Essential Responsibilities: Lead several process workstreams through explorations, gap analysis, integration planning, execution, and problem solving Identify finance-related risks and partner with cross-functional teams to mitigate the identified risks Discuss finance/accounting concepts with others across the organization Lead and drive execution of plans and influence where you do not have direct authority through strong interpersonal skills Proactively engage, evaluate, and drive resolution of potential conflicts between various Finance and non-Finance functions Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Work collaboratively with workstream leads and subject matter experts to arrive at risk-based approaches related to tactical execution steps Comfort with problem solving and creative solutioning Expected Qualifications: 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications: Your Impact As a Fixed Asset Accounting Manager at PayPal, you’ll play a key role in driving the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of our global Fixed Assets accounting operations. You’ll be responsible for the entire Fixed Asset accounting lifecycle while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and PayPal’s internal control framework.This role requires deep expertise in Fixed Asset accounting using SAP. You’ll leverage your accounting acumen, analytical skills, and leadership experience from a large, multinational growth environment to strengthen PayPal’s financial foundation and bring best-in-class practices into our Fixed Asset accounting process. Your Day-to-Day Managing the fixed asset lifecycle, including overseeing the accounting for additions, depreciation, transfers, disposals, and impairments. Ensure proper accounting and reporting under U.S. GAAP (i.e. ASC 842), including application of internal policies and SOX controls. Develop and implement procedures to improve fixed asset accounting and reporting, including automation, efficiency, and governance enhancements. Reconcile fixed asset sub-ledgers with general ledgers, identifying and resolving discrepancies. prepare and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations related to fixed assets, ensuring compliance with internal accounting policies and financial reporting standards. Maintain internal controls over fixed assets and oversee physical asset counts. Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Real Estate & Facilities (RE&F) and other cross-functional teams to explain variances and support business decision-making. Lead or support special projects or system implementation initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting. Assist with internal and external financial audits and provide necessary information for tax filings. What You’ll Bring 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with emphasis on Fixed Asset accounting. Chartered Accountant (CA) with Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Business or Finance. A combination of Public Accounting experience (Big 4 preferred) and industry experience with global, publicly traded companies (technology sector experience a plus). Expertise in SAP ERP and experience with accounting system implementations, enhancements, and optimizations to support Fixed Asset operations. Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements, optimize workflows, and enhance automation in accounting operations. Experience leveraging automation and AI tools to optimize accounting processes. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage large data sets with speed and accuracy. Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills across regions and time zones. 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