Job Description

Job Description

Abercrombie & Fitch is currently seeking a Financial Analyst to join our corporate accounting team. The role will have responsibility for a variety of accounting areas and financial close activities, including but not limited to consolidations and accounting for intercompany transactions, intangible assets, foreign currency matters, and hedges. In addition to recurring accounting duties, this role will focus on collaborating with cross-functional partners and driving process improvements.

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

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions and consolidation of results in accordance with US GAAP and company policies while maintaining a strong internal control environment
• Support the compilation of monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting for domestic and international subsidiaries
• Ensure accurate accounting for foreign currency, intercompany transactions, hedging and other complex corporate accounting matters
• Oversee reconciliation of intercompany transactions and drive resolution of variances through collaboration with partners across Finance
• Contribute to various corporate strategic projects as the accounting SME
• Review, analyze, and communicate both disaggregated and consolidated results to Controllership, other Finance functions, and members of Senior Management
• Perform technical accounting research and assist with the review and analysis of new accounting pronouncements
• Provide guidance to cross-functional partners on accounting implications of transactions
• Dig into issues, diagnose, and solve problems often in ambiguous situations
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance efficiency through automation and best practices
• Complete other ad hoc requests as assigned

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar field, or related experience
• 4+ years relevant experience in accounting or in public accounting
• Professional certification such as CPA or in progress preferred
• Experience working in a multi-unit international business strongly preferred 
• Strong knowledge of General Ledger and financial statement presentations required
• Ability to think strategically, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-paced environment, flexible to changing business priorities
• Proven track record of implementing best practices and taking ownership of multiple workstreams
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to articulate ideas and collaborate with cross-functional business partners in non-hierarchical environment
• Creative approach to problem solving with a humble, team-oriented, and optimistic attitude
• Desire to deliver quality work and curiosity to learn more
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP such as PeopleSoft, Hyperion, or equivalent preferred

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch 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 & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, 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 over 750 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. 

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

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 
• 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 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! 

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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