Senior Financial Accountant

TJX•Framingham, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Financial Accountant role will have the opportunity to interact with other Divisional & Corporate Accounting teams, Corporate Financial Reporting, BP&A, Divisional Finance, and other departments throughout the month and during the month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial statement close periods. This role involves preparing and analyzing financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations, providing mentorship to junior accountants, leading special projects, and collaborating globally and cross-functionally. The position requires proactive analysis of trends, identification of operational improvements, and preparation of executive-ready presentations. Ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, performing SOX controls, and preparing SEC reporting filings are key responsibilities. The role also involves researching accounting standards, reviewing competitor disclosures, preparing benefit plan financial statements, and leading XBRL tagging reviews.

Requirements

2-5 years of Accounting, Audit or related Finance experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Proficient in the application of US GAAP and the key financial statements.
FS analysis experience, organization, and time management skills.
Self-starter/Independent, hardworking, and highly motivated with intellectual curiosity.
Adaptable, dynamic thinker with proven presentation/communication skills and ability to independently provide solutions.
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment and prioritize effectively, with consideration of broader team goals
Excellent interpersonal skills with proven track record to build relationships.
Effective communications skills, both verbal and written, with previous experience presenting/leading presentations to management.
Proven aptitude with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, function logic and lookup/reference formulas and charts)

Nice To Haves

Drive for career advancement
Oracle/ ERP experience a plus
CPA/MBA a plus
Experience with XBRL and Workiva (or similar reporting software) a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and Analyze financial statements and supporting schedules/disclosures - P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, etc, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
Prepare journal entries including independently owning complex accruals to ensure accuracy of the Financial Statements.
Prepare accurate and timely account reconciliations including variance resolution & completeness review
Provide mentorship and training to Financial Accountants and occasionally lead/review their work.
Onboard and manage Interns and Co-Ops as assigned.
Lead special projects like analysis of annual true-ups, including forecasting and presentation to senior management, and perform Ad Hoc requests.
Collaborate globally and cross-functionally with other Finance teams and operational groups, identifying stakeholders and leading discussions.
Proactively analyze trends and partner with various Finance & Operating teams to update plans and forecasts, and investigate variances.
Identify and implement opportunities for operational improvement and efficiency
Prepare and fully own executive ready presentations and lead conversations with executives, including CFOs.
Ensure all transactions are accounted for in accordance with U.S. GAAP and perform/review SOX Controls, ensuring a control environment
Prepare SEC reporting filings including press releases, Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K and Annual Report.
Research and interpret new and recently issued accounting standards.
Review and research competitor disclosures.
Prepare benefit plan financial statements and participate in the related audits.
Lead the review of XBRL tagging, as required.