Financial Analyst / Senior Financial Analyst, External Financial Reporting

A&F Management Co.; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus program

401(K) savings plan with company match

Annual companywide review process

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid parental and adoption leave

Mobile stipend

Paid time off and volunteer day

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Financial Analyst to own external reporting and selected technical accounting activities, partnering with Investor Relations, Legal and executives in a fast-paced public-company environment.

You will lead SEC filings such as 10-K/10-Q/8-K, earnings materials and investor presentations; manage stock-based compensation under ASC 718, calculate EPS, and analyze financial statement fluctuations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA license strongly preferred.
• 4+ years in accounting or auditing, including public-company external reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP; SEC reporting and SOX familiarity.
• Ability to manage workstreams, exercise judgment and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; cross-functional collaboration.
• Advanced Excel; Workiva or similar reporting tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own sections of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and related SEC filings.
• Lead preparation of schedules for quarterly earnings and investor materials.
• Own accounting for stock-based compensation under ASC 718.
• Prepare basic/diluted EPS calculations and related disclosures ASC 260.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement fluctuations and report findings.
• Research complex accounting matters; write technical memos and practical actions.
• Monitor new FASB/SEC guidance and support implementation.
• Coordinate with Finance, IR, Legal, HR and other partners for disclosures.
• Serve as liaison during quarterly reviews and annual audit.
• Maintain and improve SOX/disclosure controls; streamline reporting.
• Coach junior staff and oversee quality and deadlines.
• Lead ad hoc reporting, benchmarking and special projects for execs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional partnership

Communication skills

Independent work management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Workiva

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

The Financial Analyst will take meaningful ownership of Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s external reporting and selected technical accounting activities. This is a high-visibility role for an experienced accountant who can move between detailed execution and clear business insight. You will partner across Finance and directly with Investor Relations, Legal, Human Resources, external auditors and executive leadership in a fast-paced public-company reporting environment. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Own significant sections of Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, the proxy statement and other SEC filings, including financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, XBRL and supporting documentation
• Lead the preparation and review of schedules supporting quarterly earnings releases, investor presentations and executive reporting; ensure consistency across external communications
• Own accounting for stock-based compensation under ASC 718, including grant activity, expense recognition and forecasting, disclosures and control execution
• Prepare and review basic and diluted earnings‑per‑share calculations, weighted‑average shares and related disclosures under ASC 260
• Perform detailed balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analyses; identify unusual trends, investigate root causes and communicate concise, supportable conclusions
• Research complex accounting and SEC reporting matters, prepare technical accounting memos and translate conclusions into practical accounting, disclosure and control actions
• Monitor new FASB and SEC guidance; assess potential impacts and support implementation of new requirements
• Coordinate cross‑functionally with Finance, Investor Relations, Legal, Human Resources and other business partners to collect, challenge and validate disclosure support
• Serve as a key contact for quarterly reviews and the annual audit, including as the primary liaison with the internal and external auditors
• Maintain and improve SOX and disclosure controls; identify opportunities to simplify, standardize and automate reporting processes
• Review work prepared by junior team members and provide clear coaching, while remaining accountable for quality and deadlines
• Lead ad hoc reporting, benchmarking and special projects for senior management and executive leadership

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; active CPA license strongly preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting or auditing experience, including public accounting and/or public‑company external reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP; working knowledge of SEC reporting requirements and SOX/internal control principles.
• Ability to independently manage workstreams, exercise sound judgment and elevate issues early in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn complex financial information into clear conclusions for finance and non‑finance audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a track record of constructive cross‑functional partnership.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Workiva or similar reporting tools is a plus.
• A curious, accountable and team‑oriented approach, with the confidence to challenge support and improve established processes.

Benefits & Perks

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F 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 brands and Hollister brands, 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 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.

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.