Financial Analyst, External Reporting

Reposted 18 Days Ago
Memphis, TN, USA
In-Office
Junior
Automotive • eCommerce • Retail • Sales
The Role
Support external and internal financial reporting and period close activities; prepare GAAP-compliant journal entries; reconcile and analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts; provide variance analysis and ad hoc data-driven financial analyses to support decision-making and maintain internal controls.
Summary Generated by Built In
As a Financial Analyst, External Reporting, you will be a key member of the External Reporting team, helping with financial reporting, period close processes, and budgeting and forecasting. You'll support and drive various business projects and objectives, ensuring the development and adherence to internal control policies and procedures. Your contributions will be vital in achieving the organization's financial goals and maintaining robust financial controls. 
Responsibilities
  • Support Financial Reporting: You will assist in preparing team deliverables, including both external and internal financial reports, and manage activities related to the period close process.
  • Prepare Journal Entries: Using your strong accounting skills and data analysis techniques, you will prepare journal entries to ensure financial reporting aligns with GAAP and company policies.
  • Reconcile and Analyze Accounts: You will reconcile balance sheet accounts and analyze account activity for compliance with GAAP and company policies. You will also analyze P&L activity to identify the root causes of variances to budget/forecast and highlight trends, communicating your findings to the Senior Financial Analyst.
  • Perform Ad Hoc Analyses: You will complete ad hoc analyses, including data extraction and manipulation, as requested, providing valuable insights to support decision-making.
Qualifications

 What We’re Looking For:

  • Education: You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • Experience: You have 2-3 years in accounting, finance, or auditing (internship experience acceptable)
  • Tech Savvy: You have advanced proficieny in MS Excel
  • Detail-Oriented & Organized: You have exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: You have strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

You’ll Go The Extra Mile If You Have:

  • Education: Master’s degree or MBA, or CPA certification
  • Experience: You have experience in PeopleSoft/Oracle financial systems 
About Us
Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone
AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):
  • Competitive pay
  • Unrivaled company culture
  • Medical, dental and vision plans
  • Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
  • 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
  • AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
  • Opportunities for career growth
Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:
  • Paid time off
  • Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
  • Tuition reimbursement
Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application:
An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories. ​

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • 1-2 years experience in accounting, finance, or auditing (internship acceptable)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience preparing journal entries and ensuring GAAP compliance
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and analyze P&L activity
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
  • Master's degree, MBA, or CPA certification
  • Experience with PeopleSoft or Oracle financial systems

AutoZone Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AutoZone and has not been reviewed or approved by AutoZone.

  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is offered, with employer matching contributions made per pay period noted in company materials. This creates a structured long‑term savings path for eligible employees.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan enables buying company stock at a discounted price. This provides an additional wealth‑building avenue beyond base wages.
  • Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability, and EAP coverage are available as part of standard packages. These offerings establish a comprehensive baseline of health and protection benefits for eligible employees.

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The Company
HQ: Memphis, Tennessee
47,192 Employees

What We Do

AutoZone is the nation's leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with more than 7,000 stores in the US, Mexico, Brazil and Puerto Rico. Each store carries an extensive line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and accessories. AutoZone, headquartered in Memphis, TN, is a growing Fortune 300 company with a deep commitment to serving our customers, communities and fellow AutoZoners. We have vast opportunities in our stores, distribution centers, field offices, specialty business units and Store Support Center and embrace diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas to strengthen our teams and business. Our team is connected by a deep commitment to our Pledge and Values, principles established more than thirty years ago that reinforce our priorities and team culture. In addition, we constantly innovate and aspire to best serve our customers, creating new and better tools, training and outreach to serve both DIY and the professional installer customers. From in-store tools to E-Commerce, training and development to recognition, our team has the tools to help you grow your career at AutoZone. See where your drive can take you!

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