Staff Accountant – Internal Audit (Remote) Fulltime

Overview

This role is a Remote/Fully Virualy position.

Foot Locker, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the Internal Audit team with a focus on SOX testing and operational audits. In this role, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for the execution of SOX process testing. In addition, the Staff Accountant will take part in operational audits and financial auditing. This position will work closely with a matrix of stakeholders including Accounting, Supply Chain, Payroll and Financial reporting among other departments as well as the external auditors.

Responsibilities
• Perform Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) financial and operational audits in a professional manner
• Participate in planning and scoping of business process controls
• Actively participate in process walkthroughs for business process and Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) controls and assesses the effectiveness of the processes and controls (Tests of Design)
• Execute testing of business process in accordance with defined test attributes and guidance (Tests of Effectiveness)
• Prepare and complete testing work papers in Foot Locker, Inc. audit tool, Auditboard
• Prepare work papers which document the results of the work performed in a detailed and accurate style
• Perform analytical reviews and variance analysis for balance sheets and income statements
Prepare and present accurate and well-supported financial analysis and reports
Assist in evaluating the company’s internal control environment and key processes ensuring results are fairly stated and in accordance with GAAP and Internal Policies
• Assist with the documentation of processes in memos or flowcharts format and document the root cause analysis on identified issues
• Conduct interviews, analyze data, and formulate recommendations to mitigate identified deficiencies and improve the overall control environment
• Monitor, follow up on the status of corrective action plans, and test the remediation of identified deficiencies
• Facilitate external auditor’s information requests
• Work with the process owners independently to understand process and update test plans as needed
• Present complex concepts, audit results, and recommendations to the business owners
• Perform external audit direct assistance work
• KPMG will use this individual’s work to support the required annual audit of Foot Locker, Inc.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Open to entry-level candidates
• 0-2 years SOX work experience
• Understanding of SOX, 2013 COSO framework, internal controls, test plan development
• Proficient in Excel and Word
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working independently and directed by other internal controls team members
• Ability to work independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• CPA certification
• Knowledge of accounting best practices
• Retail experience
• PeopleSoft and/or Oracle Fusion experience

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Benefits

The annual base salary range is $52000 – $63000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below:

Foot Locker Benefits:
• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups

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