Senior Accountant

Saks Fifth Avenue•Remote_Texas, TX

2d•$73,000 - $95,000

About The Position

As a Senior Accountant, you support the company’s financial processes by preparing timely, accurate analyses and reconciliations of financial data. This includes supporting month-end close, internal and external reporting, and ad hoc stakeholder requests. You contribute to daily accounting operations, maintain compliance with established policies, and help ensure accuracy. You assist with efficient month-end and year-end close processes, analyze and resolve variances to budgets, forecasts, and prior periods as needed, and support audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests. You also help produce financial reports and analyses that provide insights for business decisions and the company’s financial health. The role includes general ledger activities, financial schedules and variance analyses, budgeting and forecasting support, financial reporting schedules, and preparation of data for quarterly and annual reporting. You work with cross-functional teams and help identify process improvements, including automation initiatives. The position is with Exemplar Luxury Group, a luxury retail collective spanning Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bergdorf Goodman. The listed salary range is $73,000–$95,000, with actual pay dependent on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
4–6 years of accounting experience in public accounting or industry; level will be determined based on experience.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, accounting principles, and internal controls, along with strong financial literacy.
Experience with general ledger and other financial systems, and preparation of account reconciliations and analyses.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, or PeopleSoft.
Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Oracle EPM/Hyperion or similar financial data tool experience.
Active CPA license or CPA candidacy.
Background in Big 4/public accounting or industries such as retail, technology, or manufacturing.
Experience with Oracle EPM, Hyperion, or advanced Excel.
Familiarity with SOX compliance or other regulatory frameworks.
Strong analytical thinking and ability to work cross-functionally.
Exposure to automation or process optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

Perform and review general ledger activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Support month-end and year-end close processes and meet close deadlines for timely, accurate financial reporting.
Prepare financial schedules, variance analyses, and internal management reports, emphasizing data accuracy and quality of insights.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting to support financial planning and performance tracking against targets.
Create schedules and support internal reporting packages for finance and accounting leadership, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timely delivery.
Assist with preparing data for quarterly and annual financial reporting, including footnotes, supporting schedules, compliance ratio calculations, and other items as needed.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to support audit readiness and mitigate risk.
Support internal and external audits by providing timely documentation and explanations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and identify process improvement opportunities, including automation initiatives to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Basic life insurance.
Supplemental life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Additional voluntary benefits, such as critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance.
Employee discount.
Career advancement opportunities across retail, distribution, digital, and corporate functions.