Job description
Address: USA-PA-Carlisle-1149 Harrisburg PikeStore Code: Corporate Accounting & Reporting (5112109)
Retail Business Services, ranked No. 25 on Fast Company’s 2022 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, is the services company of leading grocery retail group Ahold Delhaize USA, which includes Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop.
Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to research, analyze, reconcile and summarize financial data for use by management in making financial decisions within the Record to Report (operational close) processes at an enterprise and global level, i.e., period close support to GSO, A&R, Tax, OCEO, FP&A, etc. Partners with RBS Finance, FP&A and Data, Reporting and Analysis, and RBS teams to resolve complex issues and drive continuous improvement for the business. Responsible for supporting the build out and standardization of common financial standards across the full end to end process (Retained and outsourced) and adherence and improvement upon those standards. Works closely with data management peers to resolve data issues on an as needed basis.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Manage period close activities for assigned legal entity within ADUSA and Genpact, including preparation of financial statements and reports. This role is responsible for the preparation and of period end journal entries (including accruals, reserve analysis) and reviews account reconciliations. Additionally, this position provides period close support to GSO, A&R, Tax, OCEO and FP&A, variance analysis (P&L), balance sheet flux, account reconciliations and EMP reporting.
Drives continuous improvement, , US consolidation and quarterly EPM review.
Reviews ledger activity for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness, while interpreting trends and making recommendations for corrective action. Address questions and concerns relating to financial statements from multiple business partners.
Responsible for the preparation of periodic forecasts, variance, and trend analysis, and analyzes results for management. Prepares account analysis and performs trend/flux analysis to identify, research, and explain variances to budget, forecasts, flash, etc. Responds to questions and solves problems as requested by department managers.
Responsible for the internal and external audit process activities related to area of responsibility to assure the auditors receive necessary data, documentation, and explanations.
Responsible to safeguard and protect company assets ensuring compliance with Company policies and federal, state and local jurisdictions requirements/laws.
Responsible for compliance with accounting and reporting standards for external and internal management reporting under area of responsibility.
Responsible for the process improvement programs to maximize the efficiency of the department. This requires thorough knowledge of systems to meet specialized needs. Applies expertise and core competencies gathered from major projects and functional experience to solve problems. Shares learnings and best practices with Analysts responsible for other process areas, and also leverages their learnings and experience.
Basic Qualifications
Makes multiple decision at the project / department level. Works independently towards achieving deliverables. Receives broad direction from business leaders for short-range business goals/objectives
Assessment of the problem involves analysis of numerous factors, both internal and external to the project / function to solve extremely complex problems. Often involves consideration of untested and evolving technologies, processes, and methodologies. Autonomously applies high level of expertise and core competencies gathered across segments of the department to solve problems.
Provide support to various special projects. Provide guidance, leadership and mentoring to other associates as needed. Promotes an effective project / functional environment through the effective use of indirect mentoring and coaching skills. Acts as mentor, effectively demonstrates leadership attributes, shares expertise.
Effective internal and external interactions, secured through strong influencing skills, are an important link in the communication chain of the business unit and contribute to the effective implementation of major projects and/or departmental initiatives.
Applies a high-level of expertise across the department or function. May have extensive experience in several business units or functions. Has a high level of technical expertise and an understanding of the business environment.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree. Accounting degree preferred.
6-8 yeas of relevant experience in accounting.
SAP ( preferred)
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Retail Business Services currently provides services to five omnichannel grocery brands, including Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Retail Business Services leverages the scale of the local brands to drive synergies and provide industry-leading expertise, insights and analytics to local brands to support their strategies. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we foster a community of belonging where everyone is valued.
Retail Business Services is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. As important as what we do is how we do it. Our team embodies our values of Courage, Care, Teamwork, Integrity and Humor in everything that they do. We have a culture of care that values and celebrates the qualities and perspectives that make us all unique.
If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Department at tad@retailbusinessservices.com .
For more information, visit https://www.retailbusinessservices.com .
Job Requisition: 303468_external_USA-PA-Carlisle_442023
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