Accounting Analyst

JCPenney; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Associate Discount

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Catalyst Brands in Salt Lake City is seeking an Accounting Analyst - General Ledger to join our Finance Shared Services team. You will own the monthly close, prepare journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations in a collaborative corporate environment.

You will analyze discrepancies, drive process improvements with IT, and partner with Finance, Tax, Audit, and Merchandising to deliver accurate reporting and robust metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• 1–3 years of professional accounting or corporate finance experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and basic accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) required.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting close, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain key accounting controls to ensure policy compliance.
• Analyze discrepancies, conduct root-cause analysis, and elevate issues to management.
• Lead accounting projects to reduce costs and streamline workflows; partner with IT on system changes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Tax, Audit, FP&A, Merchandising, and Supply Chain.
• Compile data for forecasting and develop operational performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive Accounting Analyst - General Ledger to join our Finance Shared Services organization in Salt Lake City. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual looking to deepen their financial acumen, take ownership of core accounting processes, and make a significant impact on our operational efficiency.

You\'ll report to the Accounting Manager and join a dynamic corporate accounting department. You will be responsible for owning standard accounting close processes, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and building relationships with key corporate partners. It is an ideal role for a collaborative professional looking to combine financial discipline with cross-functional business partnering in a corporate environment.

Responsibilities

Operational Accounting Close

• Own day-to-day accounting processes, including month-end/fiscal close, preparing journal entries, and completing balance sheet reconciliations.


• Maintain and own key financial and accounting controls to ensure full compliance with internal corporate policies.

Discrepancy Analysis & Issue Resolution

• Analyze complex financial discrepancies, conduct thorough root-cause analysis to resolve them, and elevate critical accounting issues to management as needed.

Process Optimization & Projects

• Lead specific accounting projects and initiatives, recommending and implementing actionable strategies to reduce business costs and streamline workflows.


• Partner with IT regarding system changes to ensure seamless accounting policy compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key corporate partners across the company, including Finance, Tax, Audit, Financial Planning, Merchandise Planning & Allocation, and Supply Chain.


• Work cross-functionally with various departments and multiple levels of management, providing clear accounting guidance and support.

Reporting, Metrics & Forecasting

• Compile, structure, and analyze financial data to support forecasting models.


• Develop and enhance operational performance metrics and reporting templates to assist leadership decision-making.

Team Development

• Provide support and guidance within the department, assisting in the onboarding and training of new associates on core accounting tools and processes.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a closely related field is required.

Experience

• 1–3 years of professional accounting, corporate finance, or related operational experience is preferred.

Accounting Knowledge

• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and basic accounting procedures.

Technical Skills

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data formatting).

Core Competencies

• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication.


• Superb interpersonal skills with the ability to interface effectively with cross-functional teams and various levels of management.

Mindset

• Highly detailed, organized, and proactive; eager to learn, adapt to changing priorities, and build a career with Catalyst Brands.

Pay Range

USD $48,000.00 - USD $65,400.00 /Yr.

What You Get

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on Catalyst Brands merchandise. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

About Catalyst

Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Five iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style.

We leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America\'s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.

Working at Catalyst means joining a dedicated team of associates who are encouraged to be uniquely themselves in a safe, caring and welcoming environment. It is a place where careers prosper, accomplishments are celebrated and diversity flourishes. It\'s a place that\'s meant for you.