Accountant

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.


How you’ll make an impact:


The Accountant is responsible for continuous support for the Global Fixed Assets team while supporting the broader Corporate Reporting function at Carter’s.


This role will partner with cross functional teams across the organization to drive key company initiatives. It will provide hands-on knowledge of key accounting and reporting functions based on the key areas identified.


This role typically reports to the Accounting Manager, Corporate Reporting. Based at our Buckhead office in our on-site work environment.


_40% Fixed Asset Accounting Activities_


+ _Manage SAP Project System subledger, including releasing approved projects to receive costs in SAP_

+ _Assist with reviewing invoices for accurate coding_

+ _Work with business partners to assist with creation of new projects_

+ _Review and contribute to the design or enhancement of the Fixed Assets module in SAP_

+ _Assist with Treasury functions as needed_


_30% Month End Close Processes_


+ _Assist with settlements and posting of depreciation expense_

+ _Support closing calendar timelines for assigned tasks and communicate potential issues timely/accurately_

+ _Execute queries and provide management with complete and accurate financial analysis/reports_

+ _Complete General Ledger balance sheet and expense account analysis and work with business partners to resolve reconciling items_

+ _Prepare and book standard periodic journal entries and non-standard entries for adjustments determined to be necessary through account reconciliation and analysis_

+ _Assist with recording monthly accruals for several assigned areas; partner with business to ensure timeliness and accuracy of accruals as needed_

+ _Assist with the monthly Finance Cost Center reporting as needed_


_20% Audit and SOX Compliance Function_


+ _Maintain Fixed Assets supporting documentation_

+ _Assist internal and external audit teams during financial and SOX audits/reviews_

+ _Support the Tax department providing requested support for tax audits_

+ _Performs specialized analysis at management request_


_10% Other_


+ _Prepare company-wide current-year, future-year and long-range planning projected depreciation reports and interim updated versions, including analysis of Business Partner’s capital spending plans_

+ _Participate in special projects as assigned_

+ _Assist the Corporate Accounting group, as required_

+ _Document business processes and update business process flows_


_We’d Love to hear from you if:_


_Must have:_


+ _Minimum of one to two (1-2) years of accounting experience_

+ _Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent_

+ _Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), country-specific GAAP or other multi-country accounting experience is preferred_

+ _Proficiency in Excel strong analytical and problem-solving skills and exhibits a high degree of accuracy_

+ _Knowledge of SAP or equivalent._


_Preferred skills and experience:_


+ _Competent to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and changing environment; flexibility is a must_

+ _Able to handle confidential company financial and operational information in a responsible manner_

+ _Committed to meeting daily, weekly, and monthly deliverables regardless of the obstacles (overtime, nights and occasional weekends may be required as needed)_

+ _Projects System and HFM_


_Make a career at Carter’s:_


+ _Career Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess._


_NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description._


_Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law._