• Job Description

  Req#: 04NSP
  Description

  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 Payroll Tax Accountant within the Bath & Body Works Payroll function is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal, Provincial, State, and Local tax requirements for the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

  
  Responsibilities

  • Responsible for timely and accurate payroll tax reporting
  • Manage timely and accurate completion of monthly black-book account reconciliations for all business entities within Bath & Body Works
  • Own payroll tax reconciliation, payroll tax journal entry preparation, and quarterly and annual tax filings. Partner with the payroll operations group to make necessary adjustments before finalizing the file.
  • Manage analysis of all tax inquiries and notices promptly, including state jurisdictions, the federal government, local taxing authorities, and Canadian provinces
  • Participate in testing of Oracle upgrades or tax updates
  • Payroll disbursement accounting and reconciliation
  • Support key payroll initiatives and projects
  • Conduct tax audits to ensure compliance with standards of operation
  • Research and respond to associate payroll tax inquiries; manage associate tax changes as applicable
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Partners in Digital IT, Associate Connect, Benefits and Human Resources to understand current processes and make recommendations for improvements as needed

  Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 - 3 years’ experience in Payroll Tax and Accounting
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated initiative and drive to achieve results and goals
  • Demonstrates strong analytical skills, including experience analyzing data and making recommendations based on analysis
  • Ability to execute tasks in a thorough, composed, accurate, and timely fashion while managing multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with Oracle HCM, ADP Smart Compliance and SAP Financials is preferred
  • Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Fluent in French and English

  
  Education

  • Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Accounting or Finance

  Bath & Body Works 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, performance-based 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 program, health and prescription coverage, flexible and affordable saving programs, paid time off and a merchandise discount.

  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 will accommodate applicants and associates with disabilities in the recruitment, selection and assessment process as appropriate and as required by applicable law. Please call 855-556-2675 or email applicantaccomodation@bbw.com if you require an accommodation.

  We are an equal opportunity 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 Canada.

• About the company

  For over 20 years, we've created the scents that make you smile. Whether you're shopping for fragrant body care or a 3-wick candle, we have hundreds of quality products perfect for treating yourself or someone else.

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