Staff Accountant - Retail Job Listing at Carters, Inc. in Atlanta, GA

Retail

Job Descriptions:

Carter's, Inc.(NYSE:CRI), is the largest branded marketer in the United States of apparel and related products exclusively for babies and young children. The Company owns theCarter'sandOshKosh B'goshbrands, two of the most recognized brands in the marketplace. These brands are sold in leading department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers domestically and internationally. They are also sold through more than 600 Company-operated stores in the United States and Canada and on-line.Carter'sis headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
If you dream of working with innovative colleagues who support and inspire you,Count on Carter's.
* Assist with the monthly/quarterly retail finance close procedures and reporting of financial results, including monthly/quarterly reconciliation of retail balance sheet accounts
* Analyze balance sheet and expense accounts and prepare necessary journal entry adjustments
* Ensure proper accounting and reporting of retail leases in accordance with lease terms and applicable accounting rules, including straight-line rent accruals, breakpoint rent accruals, deferred construction allowances, and landlord receivables
* Prepare retail lease payments based on lease agreement terms and landlord statements, and perform audits of annual landlord adjustment invoices
* Reconcile retail store bank accounts to the retail point of sales system
* Daily/Monthly reconciliation of expected retail credit card settlements to actual settlements and deposits
* Perform quarterly expense analyses of retail stores for distribution to the retail field
* Assist with the preparation and review of presentation materials to management
* Maintain retail databases based on changes in business
* Communication with landlords, vendors, and external auditors
* Significant internal communication with Sales Audit, Real Estate, and Loss Prevention
Required Experience:

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; strong Excel and general computer skills
* Self-motivated, organized, and effectively achieves team goals
* Strong ability to multi-task
* Excellent team player who works well in a collaborative environment
* Ability to work effectively with external vendors as well as internal employees
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to demonstrate independent, objective, open-minded thinking with strong attention to detail
* Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
* 2-4 years of Accounting experience
* Prior retail lease accounting experience and experience with a real estate management system is highly desirable.
Thank you for your interest inCarter's.Carter'sis an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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Keyword: Accountant, GAAP, accounting, reconciliation
From: Carters, Inc