J.Jill is a premier omnichannel retailer and nationally recognized women’s apparel brand committed to delighting customers with great wear-now product. The Assistant Controller will help lead the day to day accounting operations and serve as a backup to the Corporate Controller in all capacities. Responsibilities : Oversees and has responsibility for ensuring that the preparation of the Company's SEC financial reporting on Form 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K meets SEC requirements Leads the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure complete and accurate reporting Communicates and explains accounting issues and evolving accounting guidance to the management team Communicates directly with external auditors on financial statements and accounting issues to ensure agreement with Company’s decisions on accounting disclosures and issues Prepares white papers for technical accounting matters Establishes and publishes Accounting Policies Ensures SOX compliance Oversees a high-performing team of direct reports, which includes oversight and review of the inventory, fixed asset, retail (lease) accounting and general accounting processes Implements reporting and auditing procedures to comply with internal control requirements Maintains an adequate system of accounting internal controls that meets internal and external audit requirements Takes the lead on significant accounting projects, such as implementation of new accounting standards, impairment analyses, purchase accounting, etc. Qualifications : SEC and GAAP technical expertise Knowledge of new accounting standards (such as ASC 606 and ASC 842), ability to research new accounting standards, and ability to apply new standards to a business Strong interpersonal skills as this position interacts with external business partners, individuals throughout the company and senior management Strong project management skills and ability to work independently Ability to build partnerships, influence decisions and work in a collaborative style Strong desire to learn and understand the business Ability to manage multiple short term and long-term projects to timely completion Strong organizational skills Creative thinker who can bring innovative ideas and approaches to solve issues Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field CPA license 8+ years combined audit/financial reporting experience in a Public Accounting firm, preferable with retail client experience, and external reporting experience Experience working for a public multi-channel retail company is a plus The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. We are collaborative and data-centric, with every associate focused on creating our customer’s unique experience and delivering results through our omnichannel business model.
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