Senior Accounting Manager- Capital Accounting -(Hybrid- Seattle, WA)

Job Description

The Sr. Manager, Capital Accounting is responsible for overseeing all aspects of capital accounting, including fixed assets and leases, ensuring accuracy in depreciation, rent and rent-related expenses, in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

** This role is Hybrid Seattle, Washington - it will require you to be in office 3 days per week. At this time we are not offering relocation for this role.

A day in the life:

• Oversee the accounting, reporting, analysis, forecasting and planning processes for $10B+ of capital assets and projects in accordance with Nordstrom capital policy and relevant GAAP
• Own the accounting, reporting, analysis, forecasting and planning for lease agreements, rent expense, and lease assets and liabilities in accordance with ASC842
• Identify process improvements opportunities to deliver efficiency gains through automation and/or AI solutions and LEAN principles
• Collaborate with management, auditors, finance, business, technology and product management partners to support and anticipate business strategies and challenges, proactively evaluate alternative courses of action and recommend / select optimal solutions
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
• Oversee the development, implementation and ongoing management of technical accounting policies, procedures and SOX controls to ensure the integrity of financial reporting
• Build, develop and lead a team of approximately five direct reports to drive higher levels of performance and overall results
• Perform ad-hoc accounting projects as directed

You own this if you have:

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across various levels of finance, business and technology partners, executive management, and internal and external auditors
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Understanding of systems, technology and business interfaces into financial systems
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, risk and controls standards, and business process and system best practices
• Experience with Lean and continuous improvement principles preferred
• System experience is a plus! Oracle General Ledger, Fixed Asset and Projects modules, Lease system experience (preferably Lucernex), Essbase, Tableau
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in management and leadership roles with proven experience leading or being a key contributor to transformational changes
• CPA and Big 4 Accounting experience preferred

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

Washington: $110,000 - $210,000 AnnuallyThis position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_17-19.pdf