Senior Accountant, Technology Investment Services

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.

The Senior Accountant on the Technology Investment Services Team is responsible for moderately to highly complex accounting activities related to the management of Fixed Assets, CIP, and Project Accounting relevant to Technology. The Senior Accountant provides support for project related interactions with Project Managers, Purchasing Managers, Business Analysts, Tax Analysts, Brand Financial Reporting teams, and other various accounting resources. Position reports to Manager, Technology Accounting.

• Project Accounting – This role involves working with teams to ensure all costs are captured, classified as capital or expense appropriately, and underlying assumptions for labor hours and capitalization rates are reasonable
• Perform CIP analysis and ensure accurate inter-company transfer of fixed asset costs, accumulated depreciation, and depreciation expense, as well as all project related expense to the responsible business units monthly
• All accounting functions including acquisitions, dispositions, transfers, projections, and the monthly close for Technology Fixed Assets
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliation schedules with the ability to communicate account activity to all levels of management
• Ability to review, report and track capital spending, provide financial projections, and advise on budget related issues as well as may include oversight of accountant responsibilities
• Ability to complete, review, and present all quarter-end and year-end Tax reporting from the SAP system, as well as support other ad hoc Tax requests
• Review and analyze current finance processes, making appropriate recommendations for improvements and efficiencies
• Interact with the corporate tax department to ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local tax laws
• Resolution of SAP Project Accounting and Fixed Asset software issues from a user perspective including support for technology enhancements, break/fix issues, and any necessary ad hoc testing
• Become familiar with current BBW Capitalization Policy and act as a resource for the team on all capitalization/expense issues

Qualifications

• Seasoned analytical, system and accounting skills (strong understanding of GAAP)
• Ability to prepare all work in a timely manner with high level of attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication & presentation skills
• Proven ability to multi-task and work independently; able to meet all deadlines and handle multiple objectives in a fast-paced environment
• 3-5 years Accounting and/or Finance experience
• Knowledge of GAAP
• SAP-enabled process experience/skills
• PC skill proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting is required with a CPA a plus

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

Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discount
• No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs
• 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!

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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.

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