• Job Description

  Req#: 68189

  The duties of this position can be formed as a REMOTE colleague!

  Bring Your Amazing Self to Work

  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

  The Accountant I in the Inventory department of Gross Margin ensures the accuracy and reliability of financial and systemic records pertaining to merchandise item reporting files within the financial cost accounting system. They assist with financial inventories and RFID cycle counts, updating results, conducting analytics, and reporting to various stakeholders. Additionally, they investigate variances, test system enhancements, and fulfill other related duties. This role supports their People Leader in ensuring the accuracy of internal and external systems through design, testing, and monitoring procedures. It requires adept use of accounting principles and data analytics for both routine and ad hoc tasks. Furthermore, the Accountant I contributes to Companywide initiatives through testing, reporting, and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs). This position is based in Springdale, Ohio, with the possibility of remote work for colleagues.

  What You Will Do

  • Conduct weekly reconciliation between the cost inventory system and unit merchandise databases, investigating any discrepancies and initiating necessary fixes or enhancements.
  • Take part in reconciling financial inventories, preparing and approving adjusting entries, and ensuring the balance of inventory systems.
  • Support all facets of the company's RFID program, including reporting, analyzing results, collaborating with vendors, developing software, and contributing to the design and testing of new technologies and initiatives.
  • Participate in defining and reconciling RFID cycle counts, conducting analyses, recommending adjustments, and providing support for unit adjustments.
  • Generate financial analyses, develop and execute SQL programs to extract data from various datasets, maintain these programs as needed, and implement changes as processes evolve.
  • Oversee the management of merchandise allowances from retail to expense/balance sheet, ensuring correct taxation for awards.
  • Manage the financial aspects of the merchandise loan room for Corporate Marketing and Events.
  • Conduct analytical reviews, test, and implement system enhancements, assist in developing methodologies, and support training activities.
  • Assist their People Leader with tasks related to company initiatives and projects, including reporting, testing, and analysis.
  • Take part in financial system design and testing, support system rollouts across the organization, and provide assistance to users as required.
  • 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 merchandise item reporting files within the financial cost accounting system.

  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 Gross Margin Department.

  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.

  Excel Proficiency and Database Knowledge: Proficiency in Excel is required, and knowledge of database queries and SQL is strongly preferred.

  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!

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• About the company

  Macy’s, Inc. is one of the nation’s premier omni-channel fashion retailers. The company comprises three retail brands, Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury. Macy’s, Inc. is headquartered in New York, New York.

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