Associate Financial Analyst, External Reporting - A&F Co.

The Associate Financial Analyst will play an integral part in Abercrombie's external financial reporting process. The Associate Financial Analyst will also have direct exposure to the company's Assistant and Corporate Controller, as well as other business leaders throughout the organization. Natural career progression to other accounting and finance roles within the finance team is possible after proven success in the role.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Preparing SEC filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, Proxy), including financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and XBRL tagging
• Gather, organize and evaluate source documentation to ensure the accuracy of all public disclosures.
• Assist with the accounting and forecasting of stock-based compensation expense and weighted average share calculations
• Preparing investor presentations and schedules supporting earnings releases
• Assisting in coordinating annual audits and quarterly reviews
• Performing technical accounting and financial reporting research and documenting conclusions
• Partnering with other departments throughout the company to review financial reporting processes and identify areas for continuous improvement
• Preparing ad hoc financial reports for senior management and investor relations
• Maintaining a strong internal control environment and effective disclosure controls and procedures

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• Minimum 1 year of accounting experience, public accounting experience preferred

• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional partners

• High attention to detail and a natural curiosity to dive into the “why” behind numbers

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• A self-starter mentality with an eagerness to take on new challenges

• Creative approach to problem solving with a humble, team-oriented, and optimistic attitude

Benefits & Perks

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.