Fixed Assets Project Analyst

Company: Alterra Mountain Company
Location: Denver
Posted on: October 4, 2024

Job Description:

Year Round

AUTHENTICITY - EMPOWERMENT - COLLABORATION - PURPOSE

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world's largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees + additional free skiing/riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents
• Discounted skiing/riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Commuter benefits (Denver employees only)
• Flexible/hybrid workplace policy empowering employees to work from home, while encouraging regular in-person collaboration in our dog-friendly company headquarters office located in Denver's RiNo Art District neighborhood
  For information on Alterra Mountain Company's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at www.alterramtnco.com/social-responsibility. Among other resources, Alterra has Employee Resource Groups to support the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), disability, LGBTQIA2S+, and women communities within our workforce.
  
  POSITION SUMMARY
  
  A Fixed Assets Project Analyst plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial records of the company. The Fixed Assets Project Analyst is responsible for analyzing and recording the company's capital spend in accordance with US GAAP. This requires reviewing capital spend to ensure it is capitalizable, segregating capital spend by future assets and creating assets when the project is complete. The Fixed Assets Project Analyst will work closely with resort operational teams to understand the status and scope of capital projects. They will also be responsible for creating and maintaining documentation related to the fixed assets project, including policies, procedures, and guidelines. Additionally, the Fixed Assets Project Analyst will provide regular updates and reports to management regarding the status of the cost segregation and any relevant findings or recommendations.
  
  The Fixed Assets Project Analyst should also have a solid understanding of accounting principles and regulations related to fixed assets, as well as proficiency in relevant software and tools used for asset management and reporting.
  
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  
  • Perform capitalization review and cost segregation analysis, ensuring costs are recorded timely and accurately based on the type of spend (i.e., internal labor, external labor, equipment, etc.).
  • Meet regularly with capital project managers to understand status and scope of in-flight projects.
  • Meet regularly with resort finance teams to share results of cost segregation so that resort finance teams understand potential impact to the P&L.
  • Perform regular fixed asset audits to ensure all fixed assets listed in the fixed asset registers exist.
  • Prepare capital close out forms to create assets when the capital project is complete.
    • Take initiative to investigate reconciling items, or discrepancies and contact the appropriate individuals to gather information to propose and implement solutions.
    • Maintain or improve upon record retention and process documentation.
    • Participate and support, as necessary, the external audit.
    • Ensure all internal control documentation and compliance related to the above responsibilities is properly prepared.
      • Other duties as assigned.
        REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
        
        Knowledge
        
        • General accounting knowledge related to fixed assets capitalization criteria.
        • General knowledge of the acquire to retire accounting life cycle.
          Skills & Abilities
          
          • Analytical skills and attention to detail, as well as the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
          • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with various levels of an organization.
          • Comfortable using technology, especially Microsoft Office Products. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 a plus.
          • Proficient in oral and written communication skills.
          • Positive attitude and a willingness to learn new processes.
            EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
            
            Education
            
            • High school diploma required.
            • BS in Accounting preferred.
              Experience
              
              • 1-2 years of applicable accounting experience.
                The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of the Company's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.
                
                Denver area base salary range: $58,000 - $81,000 per year.
                
                Application Deadline: This position is open and still accepting applications.
                
                To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
                
                Alterra Mountain Company and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers. Associated topics: home office, job at home, stay at home, stay at home employee, telecommute contracting, telecommute job, telecommuting position, virtual recruiter, wfh option, work remotely

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