Financial Reporting Analyst

Ross • Dublin, CA

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About The Position

GENERAL PURPOSE\: The Financial Reporting Analyst will be responsible for SOX compliance and testing, SEC reporting, other internal and external reporting, and ad-hoc analysis within the Finance department of Ross Stores. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Conduct SOX risk assessment and planning, design and operating assessments, control testing, and reporting on internal controls. Assist with Quarterly board variance analyses and reporting. Assist with Quarterly and annual external financial reports, including those filed with the SEC. Complete census survey(s). External audit coordination including workpaper preparation. Research, document, and resolve accounting matters. Proof and validate internal and external press releases, board and audit committee materials, sales releases, earnings releases, proxy filings, and other filings with the SEC. Work with Accounting and others to update Ross’ Accounting Policies and Procedures manual.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in accounting/finance).
• 1-3 years post college experience (within a Big 4 accounting firm, retail company, or within a financial reporting group).
• Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Strong understanding of SOX and internal controls.
• A detail oriented approach – must pay close attention to the details and have the drive to get things right.
• Strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills, and Visio.
• Ability to cope with pressure and changing priorities.
• Trustworthy with confidential financial information.
• Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer.
• Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.
• Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.
• Vision requirements\: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Business Acumen
• Results Driven
• Planning and Organization
• Adaptability
• Technical SEC and SOX expertise
• Strong Communication Skills

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA candidate a plus.
• Workiva and Peoplesoft Financial Systems experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SOX risk assessment and planning, design and operating assessments, control testing, and reporting on internal controls.
• Assist with Quarterly board variance analyses and reporting.
• Assist with Quarterly and annual external financial reports, including those filed with the SEC.
• Complete census survey(s).
• External audit coordination including workpaper preparation.
• Research, document, and resolve accounting matters.
• Proof and validate internal and external press releases, board and audit committee materials, sales releases, earnings releases, proxy filings, and other filings with the SEC.
• Work with Accounting and others to update Ross’ Accounting Policies and Procedures manual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level