Sr. Accountant, Group Reporting & Inventory

R550US The Finish Line USA, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Finish Line, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Accountant, Group Reporting & Inventory to support monthly group reporting, inventory accounting, and month-end close processes.

This role serves as the primary contact for JD Group reporting for PAX and FCC, coordinating with Inventory Control and Accounting teams to ensure accurate financial results. Key duties include preparing group reporting packages, maintaining mappings, and driving process improvements across reporting, controls, and efficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; 4-6 years of corporate or public accounting experience.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits accurate monthly group reporting packages for PAX and FCC.
• Serves as primary contact for Global JD Group reporting submissions and inquiries.
• Maintains reporting mappings and ensures accuracy across businesses.
• Supports month-end close activities including quarterly hard closes.
• Performs monthly inventory reconciliations and investigates variances.
• Records inventory-related journal entries and coordinates with Inventory Control.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Workday

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

The Sr. Accountant, Group Reporting & Inventory is responsible for supporting monthly group reporting, inventory accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes for designated business units. This role serves as the primary point of contact for the JD Group reporting requirements for PAX and FCC, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. The Analyst will also partner closely with Inventory Control and Accounting teams to support month-end close activities, resolve accounting issues, and identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits accurate and timely monthly group reporting packages to the Global JD Group for PAX and FCC, including supplemental reporting packages and forms required for hard closes.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the Global JD Group regarding PAX and FCC reporting submissions and responds to inquiries and follow-up requests.
• Maintains and updates reporting mappings provided by JD Group, ensuring changes are accurately reflected across the applicable businesses.
• Supports monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including additional reporting requirements associated with quarterly hard closes.
• Performs monthly inventory reconciliations and investigates and resolves variances in a timely manner.
• Prepares and records inventory-related journal entries during month-end close.
• Partners closely with Inventory Control teams across each fascia to ensure inventory activity is accurately recorded and reconciled.
• Ensures assigned accounting activities and reporting deliverables are complete, accurate, and in accordance with company accounting policies.
• Collaborates with Accounting Directors, VPs, and other business partners to resolve accounting issues and support financial reporting requirements.
• Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency, with a focus on process improvement during non-close periods.
• Develops and maintains financial and operational reports using Workday and other applicable reporting tools.
• Participates in financial data analysis and reporting initiatives using advanced Excel functionality and other available tools.
• Works cross-functionally with Accounting and business partners and other Accounting leadership, to support business priorities and special projects.
• Investigates and resolves accounting and reporting issues and provides timely support for urgent or unexpected business needs.
• Supports the development and implementation of standardized processes and controls to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of accounting operations.
• Protects the company's assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and escalating potential risks or issues to appropriate management.
• Participates in special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university; 4-6 years of experience in corporate or public accounting; or equivalent combination and experience.
• CPA Certification preferred but not required.

Required Computer and Technical Skills

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office equivalent programs especially Excel.
• Experience with Workday preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sit for more than 6 hours per shift Use hands to finger, handle and feel Reach with hands and arms Talk and/or hear Stand for up to 2 hours at a time periodically Walk or move from one location to another Occasionally may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position. Average work week is 45-50 hours, which can vary depending on business need. The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary basis per company policy. #LI-DNI This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. EEO Statement: The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices. Need accessibility assistance to apply? Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at [phone] or email us at [e-mail]. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.) The global leader in sports fashion, JD Group offers a world of choices across our portfolio of brands. With opportunities at our corporate offices in Indianapolis, IN and Boulder, CO, our distribution and call center, as well as 900+ stores across the nation, JD offers the possibility for infinite growth. At JD, our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion is louder than words. As part of JD’s commitment to creating a more diverse, equitable, & inclusive organization, we established voluntary, employee-led, Employee Resource Groups to support our Diversity & Inclusion mission and goals. We have also established a D&I Council composed of individuals throughout the company who are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals of all races, genders, and backgrounds are free to be their authentic selves. We listen to the voices of our team members, which holds us accountable in creating an equitable and successful company. Together, we are stronger. California Privacy Policy click here.