About Gap Inc.
Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world.Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyonehas access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman,regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. BananaRepublic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gapinspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly madeessentials.
This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong,and on our own terms-is core to who we are as acompany and how we make decisions.Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet.Ready tolearn fast, create with audacityand lead boldly? Join our team.
About the Role
The Corporate Controller's Group is the central finance organization within Gap Inc. that is responsible for the several functions related to the financial reporting and close process, including Technical Accounting. Through research and analysis, critical thinking, and partnership with the business, we support key financial decisions and the issuance of the financial statements for our company. The Technical Accounting team reports to the Corporate Controller.
As a Manager on the Technical Accounting team, you will be responsible for researching technical accounting issues and providing guidance and support to business partners across all Gap Inc. brands (Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta) and support functions, as well as working with Treasury on the accounting related to our hedging programs. You will also be responsible for providing training and thought leadership on new accounting pronouncements and driving their implementation across the Company.
What You'll Do
Track and document significant accounting issues in a clear and concise manner.
Responsible for the journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses related to our hedging programs (ASC 815).
Communicate with business partners across all brands and functions to ensure technical accounting issues are identified and resolved.
Assist in developing streamlined processes and serve as a liaison with business partners outside of the Corporate Controller's Group to promote teamwork and collaboration across the organization.
Liaise with business partners and auditors during quarterly and annual reporting to ensure accounting issues are accurately reported in financial statements
As part of Gap Inc.'s Power Plan, participate in special projects related to significant transactions and other financial reporting matters as needed
Assess the impact of new accounting pronouncements and collaborate with business partners to drive their company-wide implementation.
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required
6+ years of experience (3-5 years in public accounting with Big 4 accounting firm)
Experience working for a publicly traded company preferred
Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with accounting research tools
Excellent project management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
Ability to work effectively and efficiently within very tight deadlines
Ability to earn trust and confidence of business partners, positive attitude, strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
Detail-oriented with excellent organization and communication skills
Experience with Oracle and/or Essbase is a plus
Benefits at Gap Inc.
Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
Employees can take up to five -on the clock- hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.*
Employee stock purchase plan.*
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
See more (https://corporate.gapinc.com/en-us/careers/gap-inc-careers/gap-inc-benefits) of the benefits we offer.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. This year, we've been named as one of the Best Places to Work by the Human Rights Campaign (https://www.hrc.org/resources/best-places-to-work-for-lgbtq-equality-2022) for the seventeenth consecutive year and have been included in the 2021 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fourth year in a row.
