Manager, Financial Reporting Stores

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

This is a highly visible management position, responsible for all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting for Bath & Body Works Stores. This position reports to the Bath & Body Works Associate Vice President and manages three accounting associates. This role also serves as a key liaison with various cross-functional business partners.

The ideal candidate will be not only an accounting & reporting expert, but also passionate, motivated, and energized by the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Responsibilities:

Recruit, manage, and develop direct reports responsible for all aspects of accounting for Bath & Body Works Stores.

Oversee monthly accounting close and financial reporting activities.

Manage quarter- and year-end analysis, certification, and reporting activities.

Ensure appropriate internal controls are documented, in place, and operating effectively.

Monitor compliance with company accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

Evaluate impacts of new accounting pronouncements in partnership with our external reporting team.

Identify and implement innovative solutions in support of continued growth of the business.

Build strong relationships with cross-functional business partners including FP&A, Store Operations, and Store Finance and ensure the team provides excellent service to its internal customers.

Partner with teams across the enterprise including Real Estate, Inventory, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Tax and others on accounting, budgeting, and forecasting matters.

Perform ad hoc financial analysis as needed.

Lead significant projects such as system implementations/upgrades.

Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; strong preference towards experience with public accounting firm.

Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to build partnerships across departments and business units.

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite; experience with SAP a plus.

Education:

Four-year degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or Masters of Accountancy

CPA designation strongly preferred.

Core Competencies:

Lead with Curiosity & Humility

Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow

Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose

Observe, Engage & Connect

Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence

Deliver Business Results

Benefits:

We invite you to join Gingham Nation, where we invest in our associates through competitive compensation, benefits, and development opportunities, so they can continue to be their best at work, at home, and in their communities. Benefits offered to eligible Bath and Body Works associates include a no cost mental health and well-being program, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, flexible and affordable saving programs, paid time off and a merchandise discount. Visit bbwbenefits.com for details.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities, and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Application window will close when all role(s) are filled.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: