Accountant - Gross Margin

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Be part of an amazing story. Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues.

Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

The Accountant I is responsible for the timely and accurate accounting and reporting of sales and gross margin across all retail operating divisions. The Accountant I ensures all accounting is in strict compliance with GAAP and supports both internal and external audit requests. Additionally, the role involves performing routine journal entries and balancing procedures, identifying and investigating variances, and implementing solutions.

The Accountant I also supports the People Leader in team projects, system or process testing, and monitoring processes for accuracy. This position contributes to the design, implementation, and analysis of company strategic initiatives, handles related ad‑hoc requests, and fulfills any tax‑related inquiries or requests. The Accountant I plays an integral role in maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency across the organization.

• Record weekly entries and reports related to gross margin, troubleshoot financial systems, and analyze data for sales and gross margin performance.
• Develop and execute SQL queries using tools such as Google Big Query to extract data from multiple data sources, create financial analyses, and maintain reporting processes as they evolve.
• Assist in the monthly closing of gross margin components for financial statements, communicate exceptions to business units, and follow up on responses. Investigate out-of-balance situations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, analyze and report variances, and create consolidated reports as needed. Ensure all reconciliations are completed accurately and in compliance with accounting standards.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation, schedules, and support for financial analysis.
• Handle any tax‑related inquiries or requests from internal teams, external parties, or regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and accurate documentation.
• Participate in the design, testing, and implementation of financial systems, assist with system rollouts, and provide user support as necessary.
• Provide key insights and analytics related to company strategic initiatives, helping to drive revenue growth and improve financial performance.
• Actively contribute to the identification and resolution of process inefficiencies and assist in implementing better practices for team efficiencies.
• Work cross‑functionally with various departments to ensure smooth operations and accurate financial reporting. Support the team with ad‑hoc requests and projects as needed.
• Ensure regular, dependable attendance and punctuality to meet department and company needs.
• Foster an…