Sr. Accountant - External Reporting (Remote)

Job Description

The External Reporting Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the preparation of Nordstrom’s quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules, and partners routinely with cross-functional teams and finance leadership.

A day in the life...

• Prepare, review and analyze the Company’s period-end financial statements, supporting schedules and disclosures under US GAAP

• Support the month-end close and monthly financial reporting processes, analyzing financial results, identifying trends and unusual movements, and explaining the underlying drivers to finance leadership and business partners in clear, non-technical terms

• Research US GAAP guidance and new accounting standards, assess their impact on current accounting treatment, and document conclusions in technical memos

• Understand and apply fundamental accounting and finance concepts, including accurately reviewing reconciliations, preparing and reviewing analytic variances, identifying errors and developing models and analytics to address business needs

• Apply “Lean” principles to simplify reporting and drive continuous process improvements, identifying and implementing efficiencies through automation, AI-enabled tools and other emerging technologies

• Complete ad hoc projects and analyses for finance and accounting leadership

You own this if you have...

• BS/BA in Accounting, CPA license preferred

• 3+ years of accounting experience, 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, with experience researching accounting guidance

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office products

• Experience in the retail industry (preferred)

• Experience with Workiva (preferred)

• Experience with Oracle Fusion (preferred)

• Experience with Smart View/Essbase Excel add-in (preferred)

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

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About Us

We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it.

Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED
We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.

OWNERS AT HEART
We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.

CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING
We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation.

HERE TO WIN
We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.

WE EXTEND OURSELVES
We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community.

Come on! Join us!