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At Macy's, Inc. we're on a mission to create a brighter future with bold representation for all. This is our Mission Every One. We know that each person here is unique. So we respect and invest in each individual to create growth, pride, and satisfaction. If we are able to bring our whole selves to work, it translates into a more abundant and wider array of ideas and energy for all to benefit from. Our success will be built on amazing colleagues, working together.
Job Overview
An Accountant I in the Licensed area of Gross Margin supports our Licensed/Marketplace vendors for the company. This includes administering agreements, balancing vendor sales, planning/forecasting the Balance Sheet/P&L, communicating with vendors and partnering with internal contacts. In addition to routine tasks, this role supports their People Leader in ensuring the accuracy of internal and external reporting through design, analytical, and monitoring procedures. It requires adept use of accounting principles and data analytics for routine and ad hoc tasks. This position is based out of Springdale, OH, but it is designated as a remote position for colleagues.
What You Will Do
- Administer Licensed Department agreements and miscellaneous contracts, ensuring accurate and timely processing of contractual obligations.
- Collaborate with Licensed Department and Macy’s business partners to promptly address questions or disputes.
- Generate financial analyses and develop SQL programs to extract data from various datasets. Maintain these programs and implement changes as processes evolve.
- Review gross margin weekly to verify accuracy and promptly make necessary adjustments.
- Maintain the sales interface table for Licensed Departments.
- Ensure timely implementation of all new agreements or amendments to existing agreements.
- Prepare and/or review monthly account reconciliations, promptly resolving any related issues.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of the month-end closing process.
- Assist the People Leader with tasks related to company initiatives and projects, including reporting, testing, and analysis.
- Maintain regular, dependable attendance, and punctuality.
Skills You Will Need
Financial and Systemic Record Management: Ability to ensure accuracy and reliability in financial and systemic records related to Licensed Vendor reporting files within the company’s financial system.
Excel Proficiency and Database Knowledge: Proficiency in Excel is required, and knowledge of database queries and SQL is strongly preferred.
Financial Analysis and SQL Proficiency: Ability to generate financial analyses, develop and execute SQL programs to extract data, maintain programs, and implement changes as processes evolve.
Analytical Review and System Enhancement: Proficiency in conducting analytical reviews, testing, and implementing system enhancements, as well as assisting in developing methodologies and supporting training activities.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in meetings with colleagues both within and outside the organization.
Mathematical Aptitude: Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to apply concepts of profitability, statistical inference, algebra, and geometry to practical situations, as well as calculating interest, discounts, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Organization and Attention to Detail: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on maintaining accuracy in all tasks.
Who You Are
- Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy’s aspires to achieve every day in every way.
- Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
- Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
- Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.
What We Can Offer You
- An inclusive, challenging, and refreshingly fun work environment
- Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity
- Performance incentives and annual merit review
- Merchandise discounts
- Health and Wellness Benefits across medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling and legal/financial advice)
- Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development
- 8 paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date)
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Guild education benefit funds 100% of tuition, books, and fees in designated programs
- Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities
- Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results
About Macy’s
Now is an exciting time for a Macy's career as we continue to focus on creating exciting and memorable experiences for every Macy's customer, whether their journey starts online or in the store. Our opportunities in Sales, Merchandise, Operations, Customer Service, Warehouse, Marketing, and other areas let you express your creativity and commitment to excellence, grow your career and make a difference to your Macy's colleagues and customers.
Bring your creativity, energy, and ideas to the Macy's team – Apply Today!
This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
