Menus & Venues is searching for a Staff Accountant to assist in all financial and accounting aspects that directly affect the operational results. This position will provide support for key projects, process improvements and efficiencies. It is expected that this role anticipates, plans, and works proactively to meet monthly deadlines.
Role Responsibilities- Assist in the generation, preparation, and review of monthly financial statements/packages, as well as various internal reporting documents
- Record, reconcile, and analyze monthly activity in various income statements (including ad hoc analyses)
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations
- Prepare and maintain expense trackers for operational departments
- Analyze actual results, investigate, and explain variance explanations vs budget & previous year
- Consistently recommend and implement improvements to current methodologies and practices
- Support all other aspects of the monthly and quarterly financial close process.
- Provide ongoing accounting/finance support to brand partners as liaison between brand and corporate shared service teams
- Review management and operating reports to identify trends and develop benchmarking metrics
- Work with brand finance team/division related projects
- 1-2 years of work experience, preferably in accounting, finance, or business analysis, with a strong knowledge of financial/accounting principles
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- Retail or apparel industry experience preferred
- Highly proficient in MS Excel and ability to learn accounting software packages; Knowledge of Oracle and/or Hyperion a strong plus
- Ability to comprehend and analyze financial statements, financial journals, reports, reconciliations, and other related documents
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peer group, brand personnel and executive level management
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO StatementURBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
Skills Required
- 1-2 years of work experience, preferably in accounting, finance, or business analysis
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of financial and accounting principles
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to learn accounting software packages
- Ability to analyze financial statements, journals, reports, reconciliations, and related documents
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, brand personnel, and executive management
- Retail or apparel industry experience
- Knowledge of Oracle and/or Hyperion
Urban Outfitters, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Full-time U.S. employees are described as having access to solid health-related coverage, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Feedback suggests these offerings are viewed as a strong aspect of the package for eligible roles.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) access with company matching is highlighted, with comments indicating this is available to full-time employees and often to part-time staff as well. Sentiment points to this as a meaningful benefit alongside insurance coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick leave, seven paid holidays, two floating holidays, and paid parental leave are listed for eligible full-time employees. These elements are presented as part of a broad leave program that enhances the overall benefits package.
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What We Do
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN) is a global consumer-brand portfolio comprising Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement, Anthropologie Weddings, Terrain, Menus & Venues, and Nuuly. The company creates unique retail experiences with a focus on creativity and pleasing customers. Its brands cultivate communities and provide inclusive platforms where customers, coworkers, partners, and followers can express themselves through creative expression and community.
