Perform a variety of accounting tasks related to the recording of the company’s financial activity and reporting of that activity. Partner with corporate accounting team to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individual contributions
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Monitor and record transactions in the general ledger in conformity with GAAP and company policy
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Review and prepare monthly account reconciliations
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Manage the resolution of discrepancies between GL and subsidiary ledgers accounts
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Develop and implement accounting processes to improve controls and efficiencies
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Assist management with financial analysis
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Prepare current period and recast items for financial reporting. Includes all SEC filing documents
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Coordinate with external parties regarding external reporting
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Perform quarterly impairment analysis, including preparation of supporting models and documentation
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Perform contract review for Finance to assess accounting implications and ensure proper treatment
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Prepare monthly financial reporting package
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Maintain and prepare comparable sales reporting, including ad hoc requests and support for planning activities led by FP&A
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Manage lease accounting process including:
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Review and validation of all retail, storage, and other lease activity
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Final review of lease population for completeness and accuracy
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Preparation of supporting schedules for lease-related disclosures
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Manage monthly bonus accrual process, including calculation support, review of inputs, and coordination with FP&A/Finance during close
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Manage stock-based compensation accounting, including:
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Accounting for equity grants and vesting activity
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Review and reconciliation of stock compensation expense
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Oversight of grant and vesting data
Oversight contributions
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Develop and oversee two individual contributors
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Review month end accounting entries
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Oversee and review the lease process, including supporting the annual operating lease planning process
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Oversee and review the roll-forward of SEC documents
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
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7-10 years general accounting experience
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Experience with D365 or Workiva preferred
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Active CPA license required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software
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Ability to work with highly confidential information
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Proven problem solving and analytical skills
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Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to build and maintain good rapport with internal and external customers and handle situations with confidence, tact and resourcefulness
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Flexible, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced office environment
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Strong team player
ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Office environment. Utilizing an office desk – sitting, reading, listening, or speaking with the ability to move intermittently throughout the day
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Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
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Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones
We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.
Health Benefits
Vera Bradley offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family’s health care needs.
Survivor Benefits
Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.
Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
Accidental Death and Disability insurance
Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children
Income Protection
If you are unable to work due to illness or injury Vera Bradley provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Retirement Plan
The Vera Bradley 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement
401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
Strong line up of professionally managed funds
Safe-harbor plan design
Paid Time Off
Enjoy generous time off programs.
Give Back Opportunities
Vera Bradley offers the opportunity to serve your community.
Holistic Wellness
Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services
Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement
Product Discount
Ancillary Benefits and Programs
Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility and individual policies through Aflac
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled
Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer.
Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
For more information, please click the following links:
Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)
Pay Transparency (in English)
Pay Transparency (in Spanish)
E-Verify Participation Poster
Right to Work Poster (English)
Right to Work Poster (Spanish)
California Privacy Notice
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to [email protected]. Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.
Base Pay Range:
$89,900.00
to
$123,650.00
Vera Bradley’s compensation ranges are based on market data and comply with all local, state and federal regulations. Individual pay within the listed range depends on work location, skills, experience, and relevant education. The posted salary reflects base pay only and excludes bonuses, equity, or other incentives, if applicable.
