Equipment Accountant

Company Overview
SEMA Construction, Inc. is a leading heavy civil construction firm specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, dams, utilities, and civil infrastructure.

We are seeking an Equipment Accountant to support the accounting, reporting, and cost management of our heavy civil construction equipment fleet. This role is responsible for fixed asset accounting, depreciation, equipment cost tracking, internal equipment rentals, and service management support. The Equipment Accountant will work closely with Accounting, Equipment Management, and Operations to ensure accurate reporting, cost recovery, and asset management.

Key Responsibilities

Fixed Asset & Depreciation Accounting

• Record asset acquisitions, transfers, disposals, and retirements.
• Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of equipment in accordance with company policy and GAAP.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to equipment transactions and depreciation.
• Reconcile fixed asset and accumulated depreciation accounts.
• Support capital expenditure budgeting, forecasting, and equipment-related property tax filings.

Equipment Cost Accounting & Fleet Recovery

• Track and allocate equipment ownership and operating costs to construction projects.
• Process and reconcile internal equipment rental charges.
• Monitor and analyze equipment cost recovery, utilization, and under-recovered costs.
• Support development and maintenance of equipment billing rates.
• Track and analyze operating costs, including fuel, maintenance, repairs, insurance, licenses, and registrations.
• Prepare monthly fleet cost and recovery reports for management.

Service Management Support

• Process equipment meter readings and maintain accurate fleet usage records.
• Review and reconcile maintenance work orders and repair costs.
• Monitor equipment maintenance spending, downtime, and utilization trends.
• Maintain equipment records across accounting and fleet management systems.
• Support equipment lifecycle reporting and replacement planning through cost and utilization analysis.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare fixed asset and equipment schedules for month-end and year-end close.
• Support audits and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare reporting related to asset activity, depreciation, equipment costs, recovery rates, and fleet performance.
• Assist with process improvements and special projects related to equipment accounting and fleet operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, equipment, or fixed asset accounting.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and ERP systems.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP, capitalization policies, and depreciation methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Vista/Viewpoint ERP.
• Construction or heavy equipment industry experience.
• Familiarity with equipment management, fleet maintenance, or telematics systems.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with both accounting and equipment operations while helping manage a significant fleet of construction assets and supporting key business decisions through financial and operational analysis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person