Global Fixed Assets Manager

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Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Global Fixed Assets Manager to lead a global team of Fixed Asset Accountants within the Global Business Solutions (GBS) organization. This role is pivotal in setting team and individual goals to ensure Apple's fixed and intangible assets are recorded and reported in line with US and local GAAP. The successful candidate will play an integral role in driving transformative change globally, enabling alignment of fixed and intangible asset processes and driving further opportunities for scale, efficiency, and automation. You will work closely with key business partners and finance teams, including Apple Retail, Manufacturing and Operations, Apple Music, TV, IS&T, IS&S, Corporate Accounting, External Reporting, R&D, AppleCare, and Corporate Tax.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Development: Manage, coach, and mentor a team of fixed asset accountants, overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development opportunities. Empower the team by delegating responsibility, setting clear objectives in line with business needs, and expecting accountability.

Global Process Transformation: Identify areas for process improvement and drive these initiatives across the global organization, focusing on scalability, compliance, and standardization. Manage associated projects and ensure the integration of changes into day-to-day fixed and intangible asset processes. This includes evaluating and championing the adoption of AI-driven tools and automation to further enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across fixed and intangible asset processes globally.

Fixed & Intangible Asset Accounting: Maintain Fixed Asset and Intangible Asset ledgers for Local and US GAAP entities globally. Manage the associated subledgers and their movements, including acquisitions, retirements, impairments, intercompany transfers, and depreciation/amortization runs, ensuring alignment with global policies and accounting standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting: Liaise closely with Corporate Accounting, External Reporting, and other key business partners to ensure accurate financial reporting, support comprehensive disclosures, and guarantee the seamless alignment of fixed and intangible asset data.

Month/Quarter-End Close: Coordinate and complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities for fixed and intangible assets in accordance with global procedures. Review account reconciliations to ensure adherence to reconciliation methodologies.

Audit, Compliance & Inventory: Support and manage all internal and external audit requests. Coordinate and manage physical inventory counts with affiliate partners, ensuring strict compliance under both US and local GAAP.

Operational Excellence & Stakeholder Management: Maintain high customer service standards by analyzing and resolving issues, identifying trends, and recommending system improvements. Deputize for management when required, assist with hiring and training, and keep leadership updated on team performance.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates the ability to coach, mentor, and lead a team to grow and develop.

Strong Fixed Asset and Intangible Asset knowledge encompassing both US GAAP and Local GAAP.

Demonstrated understanding of intangible accounting principles.

Experience working in a busy accounting environment managing tight deadlines.

We honor individuality, human dignity and equality. We want people to be themselves.

Minimum Qualifications

3-5 years professional experience in accounting, finance, or similar field

At least 2 years experience of direct management experience

Accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, etc.

Strong SAP knowledge or equivalent ERP experience.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong business partner relationships.

Strong problem solving skills and a proactive approach to resolution.

Strong organizational and administration skills, with the ability to anticipate business needs.

Understanding of strategic projects and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

Thrives working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and ability to adapt to change.

Is a self-starter who is motivated, innovative, and ambitious.