Senior Analyst, Accounting Systems

Job Description:

As a Senior Analyst Accounting Systems you will play a key role in enabling our strategic growth by connecting finance accounting merchandising and technology. You will partner closely with IT and cross-functional business teams to ensure our Oracle merchandising system configurations and accounting flows evolve with new business developments selling channels and operating models. You will help ensure growth is supported by merchandise transactions that are accurately represented in our financial statements.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus Ohio.

What you will be doing

• Serving as a strategic finance partner to IT and business teams by translating new business developments and growth initiatives into scalable accounting system requirements and financial flows
• Partnering with IT to enhance and maintain Oracle merchandising system configuration including the accuracy of general ledger account mapping of transaction codes to support complete and accurate financial reporting
• Representing finance and accounting systems team interests in new selling channel and merchandise initiatives by assessing accounting and reporting impacts early engaging with finance subject matter experts as appropriate influencing design decisions and ensuring finance and compliance requirements are embedded before launch
• Collaborating with technical teams to perform ad-hoc analysis resolve issues and troubleshoot application errors identifying root causes design solutions and validate fixes before deployment
• Helping shape the future-state design of accounting systems while working in an agile environment to identify prioritize and deliver finance-specific enhancements that increase efficiency insight and scalability
• Maintaining and strengthening effective internal controls that support the completeness and accuracy of merchandise transactions and related financial reporting to support reliable reporting in a growing and evolving business
• Building deep end-to-end knowledge of merchandise accounting and systems to become a trusted problem solver for complex transaction flows emerging business models and strategic transformation initiatives

What do you need to bring

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting Finance Information systems or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Finance Accounting Information Systems or a related field
• Understanding of inventory and/or intercompany accounting preferably within a retail environment
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams
• Ability to develop strong cross -functional relationships with technical partners and collaborate effectively in a non-hierarchical environment
• Strong planning project management communication and analytical skills; experience with agile development is a plus
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude embrace change and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  

Benefits & Perks

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate youll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our Companys culture and values but most importantly with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are work from anywhere days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America Europe Asia and the Middle East as well as the e-commerce sites and .

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.