Accounting Manager - Fixed Assets 

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both the professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of April  2024 Advance operated 4,777 stores and 320 Worldpac branches primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,152 independently owned CarQuest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands.  

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting for fixed assets as part of the finance leadership team.  This role will report to the Director, General Accounting and will be a hybrid position based at company headquarters in Raleigh, NC.   

Responsibilities Include: 

- Oversee the accounting and management of fixed assets for Advance Auto Parts 

- Ensure accurate and timely recording, tracking, and reporting of fixed asset transactions 

- Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to fixed assets accounting 

- Monitor and review fixed asset registers and reconciliation of general ledger accounts 

- Coordinate physical audits and reconcile physical assets with accounting records 

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review capital projects to ensure timely and proper capitalization of assets 

- Analyze and report on asset depreciation, impairment, transfers and useful life 

- Coordinate with internal and external auditors for fixed asset audits 

- Provide guidance and support to accounting staff on fixed asset accounting principles 

- Research and implement best practices for fixed asset management 

 - Comfortable working in a hybrid work environment consisting of 3 days in office 

- Supervise 2-3 accounting team members.  

Qualifications: 

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 

- CPA or CMA certification preferred 

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fixed asset accounting or related field with a minumum of 2 years leading a team. 

- Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and regulations 

- Proficiency in using Oracle or similar ERP software as well as Microsoft Excel 

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills 

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy 

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills 

 - Collaborative and comfortable working in and leading cross functional teams. 

- Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines 

- Experience with a multiple store retail company or in the automotive sector is a plus 

If you are passionate about fixed asset accounting and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply and join the Advance Auto Parts team.   

Advance Auto Parts does not accept unsolicited resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms.   

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