Sr. Analyst, Accounting Policy

Tapestry, Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(K)

Paid paternity & maternity leave

Commuter benefits

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Tapestry, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting to support U.S.

GAAP compliance by researching complex standards and leading guidance implementation. The role will evaluate new and existing rules, ensure timely compliance, and align conclusions with evolving standards. The position reports to the Director, Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting and requires strong ASC/SEC knowledge, collaboration with business partners, and ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business.
MBA and CPA are a plus.
Big 4/Public accounting experience preferred.
Experience with equity compensation, derivatives/debt, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangibles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Research and interpret U.S. GAAP and SEC guidance to support accounting conclusions.
Serve as a go-to resource for internal stakeholders on accounting treatment for complex arrangements.
Develop and maintain accounting policies in response to changes in standards and regulation.
Prepare technical accounting memos and audit documentation.
Create training materials to educate internal stakeholders on policy matters.
Engage with external auditors and other stakeholders to align on accounting conclusions.
Prepare journal entries and disclosures related to equity-based compensation and other complex transactions.

Skills

ASC/SEC knowledge

Communication

Team player

Analytical skills

Project management

Initiative

Presentation skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

MBA and CPA is a plus

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Workiva

Job description

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what's possible.

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands - Coach and Kate Spade New York - was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen. We're always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this: Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Primary Purpose: The Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting will be critical in supporting the organization's compliance with U.S. GAAP by researching and interpreting complex accounting standards and leading the implementation of new guidance. The Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting will aid in the evaluation and implementation of new and existing accounting rules, ensuring timely compliance. Through developed familiarity with accounting standards, the Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting will help ensure accounting conclusions are aligned with evolving standards. This role reports into the Director, Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Accounting Policy to...

Research and interpret U.S. GAAP and SEC guidance to support accounting conclusions.
Serve as a go-to resource for internal stakeholders seeking guidance on accounting treatment for unique or unfamiliar arrangements and collaborate with business partners to assess the accounting implications of new contracts, transactions, and business initiatives.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures in response to changes impacting accounting standards, the regulatory environment and the Company.
Assist in the preparation of technical accounting memos and maintenance of audit documentation.
Support the preparation and delivery of training materials educating internal stakeholders on accounting policy matters.
Proactively engage with subject matter experts, external auditors, and other stakeholders to align on accounting conclusions and ensure compliance.
Prepare journal entries and financial disclosures related to the Company's equity-based compensation, derivative instruments, and other complex or non-routine transactions at period ends.

The accomplished individual will possess...

Proficiency in researching and interpreting the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) and SEC regulations.
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent team player who works extremely well in a collaborative environment
Detail-oriented, highly analytical, and strong project management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities with a positive attitude
Ability to take initiative and own projects to completion
Excellent presentation skills to articulate strategies to internal stakeholders, including members of the executive team, to influence business outcomes

An outstanding professional will have...

A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Business. MBA and CPA are a plus
Big 4 Experience and/or Public Accounting experience
Experience working with external auditors and managing audit-related technical discussions
Familiarity with accounting for equity compensation, derivatives/ debt, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangibles
Proficiency with digital tools and platforms, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with SAP and Workiva are a plus.

Our Competencies for All Employees

Courage

Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.

Creativity

Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.

Customer Focus

Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Dealing with Ambiguity

Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.

Drive for Results

Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Interpersonal Savvy

Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Learning on the Fly

Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.

Our Competencies for All People Managers

Strategic Agility

Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.

Developing Direct Reports and Others

Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person's career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder.

Building Effective Teams

Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.

Tapestry, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com

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Base Pay Range

$90,000.00-$100,000.00

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