Global Payments, Accounting Analyst

Company Description

Job Description 

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Accounting Analyst to join our high-volume Global Payments team. In this role you will be responsible for payable related journal entries, reconciling large data sets from multiple systems, KPI reporting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles, analytical tools, and data interpretation to help drive accuracy, visibility, and performance improvements across the AP function. You will also have the opportunity to lead cross-functional testing and documentation initiatives.

This position reports to the Accounting Manager for Global Payments and works closely with cross-functional teams across the organization including Sourcing, Procurement, and Finance.

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

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Journal Entries & Month-End Support - prepare and post journal entries related to accounts payable activities, including commission and licensing fees, and other accruals during the monthly close cycle. Ensure proper accrual of all outstanding payables to maintain an accurate depiction of liabilities on the balance sheet
• Account Reconciliations - perform month-end reconciliations for AP-related general ledger accounts, ensuring alignment between sub-ledger data and financial systems
• Commission & Licensing Accounting- track, validate, and account for commission and licensing transactions in accordance with contract terms and accounting policies
• KPI Dashboards & Performance Reporting - develop and maintain dashboards and reports that track AP-related performance metrics, identify trends, and provide actionable insights
• Analytics & Ad Hoc Reporting - analyze and report on large volumes of AP data across ERP systems, vendor portals, and invoice management tools and perform root cause analysis and collaborate with relevant departments to prevent recurring discrepancies
• Internal Control Documentation - maintain up-to-date documentation of key controls, accounting process flows, and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and audit readiness
• System Testing & Enhancements- participate in system testing (UAT) for accounting-related changes or upgrades, validating data accuracy and process improvements

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related experience
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis, retail or high-volume consumer goods environment is a plus
• Thorough knowledge of accrual-based accounting and month-end financial close procedures
• Advanced Excel skills, including creation and use of pivot tables and Excel functions like VLOOKUP to summarize and analyze large data sets
• Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization platforms
• Working knowledge of ERP platforms; experience with Oracle PeopleSoft Finance is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated analytical mindset with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to interpret and work with large volumes of data
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively partner across departments
• Familiarity with internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and SOX compliance efforts  

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,