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Actalent is hiring for a Junior Fixed Assets Analyst in the Lake Bluff, IL area!!

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Fixed Assets Analyst to join our Finance team. This role will support the management, verification, and reporting of fixed assets, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and disposal processes in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

+ Assist in the recording and tracking of fixed asset acquisitions, transfers, and disposals.

+ Support monthly and quarterly close activities related to fixed assets, including depreciation runs and reconciliations.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date asset records in the fixed asset subledger.

+ Conduct physical asset verification and tagging across various locations to ensure asset integrity and compliance.

+ Collaborate with project owners and finance teams to ensure timely capitalization of assets.

+ Help prepare audit documentation and respond to internal and external audit requests.

+ Participate in system enhancements related to fixed asset accounting.

+ Support compliance with internal controls and corporate accounting policies.

+ Assist in generating reports and analysis for management review.

+ Perform manual journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications.

Essential Skills

+ Accounting

+ Reporting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

+ 1-2 years of experience in accounting or finance; internship or exposure to fixed assets is a plus.

+ Basic understanding of accounting principles such as GAAP or IFRS.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP, Power BI, or other ERP systems is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment includes collaboration with various project owners and finance teams. The role may involve occasional travel for physical asset verification across different locations. The candidate should be comfortable working with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet tools in a corporate setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lake Bluff, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Lake Bluff,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.