About the position
Experience something categorically different. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S., a thriving digital ecosystem and a growth trajectory that's put Wall Street on notice; Ulta Beauty provides dynamic challenges for those who want to apply their financial acumen to ever-increasing levels of complexity. Professional ownership. Diverse and ever-evolving projects. Greater levels of impact. The ability to influence decisions and organizational direction. It's all part of the daily experience of our Finance & Accounting associates. If you want a collaborative environment where continual learning, career self-determination and trust are prioritized, where an engaged leadership provides deep levels of support and guidance, Ulta Beauty is uniquely positioned to deliver greater levels of career satisfaction. Are you up for the challenge?
Responsibilities
- Perform a wide variety of services required for effective operation of the department.
- Work closely with the Director of IT Finance & Supplier Management to handle complex responsibilities.
- Lead financial reporting, analysis and forecasting for IT expenses on a monthly basis.
- Oversee the evaluation of actual results vs. plan and influence IT leadership to achieve department financial commitments.
- Execute monthly accounting closing activities to deliver results for IT overhead and IT managed expenses.
- Provide thought leadership and advice to aid senior IT leadership make better decisions based on financial models.
- Responsible for end-to-end management of centralized IT invoicing function.
- Lead and manage the annual IT financial budgeting process.
- Motivate and mentor 3 direct FTEs and contractors.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional experience (CPA is preferred for Accounting professionals).
- 6-8 years of experience in corporate setting with 2+ years of being in a Sr. Manager position.
- Strong working knowledge of general accounting concepts, monthly close process, financial reporting, and GAAP concepts.
- Technical accounting knowledge (ASC 360, ASC 350-40 & ASC 350-50).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong demonstrated analytical & financial skills.
- Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Advance in MS Office Tools (Excel & PowerPoint, etc.).
- Experience with SAP S4, Ariba and Planview is a plus.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
