Sr. Financial Analyst

Sr. Financial Analyst - Controller

Job Description Senior Financial Analyst - Business Accounting responsibilities include: accounts payable inquiries, posting of monthly journal entries, balance sheet account analysis, expense account analysis and home office forecasting, preparation or review of account reconcilements and maintain key internal controls as prescribed by the company?s Sarbanes-Oxley compliance process. The Senior Financial Analyst maintains a standard set of account analyses to be produced during the closing process to ensure balances are proper and highlight unusual trends. This individual will provide identification of significant transactions and liaise with Corporate Accounting regarding accounting treatment. This individual will work closely with the Business Controller, as well as, business finance function. This position is an excellent opportunity in Sears Holdings, as it provides exposure to Sears many businesses and financial processes thereby establishing a foundation for future success. Responsibilities/Skills/Experience Requirements Job Duties: 50% Internal Reporting - Assist in the completion of the monthly close process including, journal entry preparation, preparation or review of account reconciliations and analysis and identification of the significant changes in and components of account balances. Interface with business personnel to understand the components of account balances. Assist with SOX compliance matters as it relates to the business. Accounts payable research and invoice approval and submission to offshore accounting center. 40% Transaction processing ? Completion of journal entries, liaise with Accounting Center regarding transactional issues, completion of miscellaneous monthly reports and the development and enhancement of accounting processes. Liaise with corporate accounting regarding the accounting treatment of new, unusual or infrequent transactions. 10% Special Projects and External Audit ? Assist in the completion of various special projects, including IT integration, and provide counsel to business units and corporate personnel on potential transactions and the affects on account balances. Assist in the completion of the external audit matters as it relates to the business. Requirements: - Analytical Skills ? Strong analytical skills are essential to comprehend and communicate financial results. - Communication Skills ? A high level of communications skills (oral and written) are necessary to communicate in an understandable and efficient manner. -Organization/Administrative Skills ? Good organization skills are essential so that strict deadlines are met and essential information, whether historical or on current issues, can be assessed in a timely manner. - Partnering Skills ? Good interpersonal skills are necessary, allowing the individual to effectively partner with and become a resource to others in the department as well as to senior operating management. - PC Skills - High level of PC skills, including but not limited to: Excel; Essbase; Word; Powerpoint; and Peoplesoft. - Education ? Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA or other professional designation a plus. - Self-Starter ? A high energy, self-motivated individual who wants to be challenged, including a willingness to take on additional projects and improve current processes. Years Experience 2 - 5 Years Experience Preferred Minimum Education Bachelors Level Degree Travel Requirements On Occasion (Less than 5%)