Sr Staff Accountant

Ulta Beauty; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Ulta Beauty is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support general ledger accounting, financial close, planning processes, and finance systems. You will handle journal entries, reconciliations, variances, and intercompany activities while partnering with Payroll, Treasury, Benefits, and other stakeholders.

The role requires a BS in Accounting and CPA, 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, and familiarity with SAP S/4HANA.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Accounting and CPA required.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Retail or public accounting experience preferred.
• SAP S/4HANA experience is strongly preferred.
• Blackline experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in period, quarter, and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting workpapers, and other close activities.
• Perform accounting activities for assigned areas, including cash and credit card activity, payroll, employee benefits, and insurance-related reserves.
• Analyze financial results and account activity, investigate period-over-period variances and unusual items, and document key drivers and findings to support financial reporting.
• Partner with Payroll, Treasury, Benefits and other business partners to obtain and evaluate information necessary to support accounting entries, reconciliations and period-end close activities.
• Perform intercompany accounting activities, including analysis and clearing of intercompany balances and timely investigation and resolution of differences.
• Maintain accurate and complete account reconciliations and supporting documentation in accordance with established accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Support compliance with internal controls and provide documentation and other assistance for internal and external audit requests.
• Provide accounting support for budget and forecast preparation related to assigned areas.
• Serve as a resource for assigned accounting areas and partner with team members and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve accounting and process-related issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of existing accounting and close processes.
• Perform other routine and non-routine accounting activities as assigned by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Independent work

Detail oriented

Education

BS in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Blackline

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Overview

Experience something categorically different. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S., a thriving digital ecosystem and a growth trajectory that's put Wall Street on notice; Ulta Beauty provides dynamic challenges for those who want to apply their financial acumen to ever-increasing levels of complexity. Professional ownership. Diverse and ever-evolving projects. Greater levels of impact. The ability to influence decisions and organizational direction. It's all part of the daily experience of our Finance & Accounting associates.

If you want a collaborative environment where continual learning, career self-determination and trust are prioritized, where an engaged leadership provides deep levels of support and guidance, Ulta Beauty is uniquely positioned to deliver greater levels of career satisfaction. Are you up for the challenge?

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

The General Accounting department is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support the company’s general ledger accounting, financial close, planning processes, and financial accounting systems. This role will perform key period-end accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, internal controls, and support for forecasts and budgets.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

• Actively participate in period, quarter, and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting workpapers, and other close activities.
• Perform accounting activities for assigned areas, including cash and credit card activity, payroll, employee benefits, and insurance-related reserves.
• Analyze financial results and account activity, investigate period-over-period variances and unusual items, and document key drivers and findings to support financial reporting.
• Partner with Payroll, Treasury, Benefits and other business partners to obtain and evaluate information necessary to support accounting entries, reconciliations and period-end close activities.
• Perform intercompany accounting activities, including analysis and clearing of intercompany balances and timely investigation and resolution of differences.
• Maintain accurate and complete account reconciliations and supporting documentation in accordance with established accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Support compliance with internal controls and provide documentation and other assistance for internal and external audit requests.
• Provide accounting support for budget and forecast preparation related to assigned areas.
• Serve as a resource for assigned accounting areas and partner with team members and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve accounting and process-related issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of existing accounting and close processes.
• Perform other routine and non-routine accounting activities as assigned by management.

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:

• BS degree in Accounting and CPA required
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Retail or public accounting experience preferred
• SAP S/4HANA experience is strongly preferred.
• Blackline experience is a plus

Special Position Requirements

• Solid analytical skills and technical accounting knowledge
• Understanding of financial processes and internal controls
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates leadership ability/potential
• Able to work independently, as well as with a group
• Dedicated and detail oriented
• Self-starter with willingness to work hands-on
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite

The pay range for this position is $77,600.00 - $110,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs.

Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

About

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty's own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring-hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.