Asset Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Asset Accounting Manager drives Cavender’s fixed asset and capital project accounting, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of property, equipment, technology assets, new store builds, remodels, and other capital investments. This role manages the asset lifecycle from capitalization through disposal, maintains strong internal controls, and partners closely with Construction, Facilities, Real Estate, and IT to ensure all capital activity is properly recorded.

The Asset Accounting Manager also supports month-end close, audits, process improvements, reporting, and the development of asset accounting staff. This role plays a key part in maintaining financial integrity and supporting Cavender’s growth through consistent, GAAP-compliant asset accounting practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the “Cavender’s Culture” and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
• Oversee all fixed asset accounting activities, including capitalization, disposals, transfers, CIP, and depreciation.
• Maintain and supervise the accuracy of the fixed asset subledger and ensure alignment with the general ledger.
• Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal controls over fixed asset and lease processes.
• Review and approve asset-related journal entries, project costs, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Partner with Construction, Real Estate, and Facilities to accurately record new store openings, remodel projects, leasehold improvements, and large capital initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT to track and account for capitalized hardware, software, POS systems, and technology upgrades.
• Lead the month-end close process for all asset-related activity, including roll-forwards, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules.
• Prepare and review financial analysis related to capital spending, depreciation trends, and budget-to-actual variances.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and internal control requirements for asset accounting.
• Support annual financial audits by preparing asset schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements within the asset accounting function.
• Supervise, train, and develop asset accounting staff to ensure strong performance, accuracy, and career development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support capital budgeting, forecasting, and long-term asset planning.
• Perform special projects, analysis, and reporting as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

Preferred Skills

Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361-2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store.