External Reporting Accountant

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie's Core Values)

• BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
• BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
• BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.
  
  

Competitive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins Day 2 of employment
• 401K, Company match begins at Associate enrollment
• Strong career growth & talent development culture
• 20% Associate discount on all Ollie's purchases.
• Vast array of voluntary benefits
  
  

Position Overview

The External Reporting and Compliance Accountant supports all aspects of the preparation and filing of the quarterly and annual SEC financial statements. In this role, the individual will need excellent communication skills as this role will require the individual to work cross functionally with members of the Finance and Accounting teams, as well as other internal departments and outside service providers. This position reports to the Director of External Reporting and Compliance and will enhance processes and controls and ensure SOX compliance.

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who enjoys working in a challenging and fast-paced environment. Communication skills, attention to detail, and an objective approach to learning and problem-solving are a must.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual SEC financial statements and disclosures, earnings releases, and related filings, including XBRL tagging
• Prepare monthly statement of cash flows and related supporting documentation
• Prepare earnings per share calculation and related supporting documentation
• Prepare the calculations for stock-based compensation and related supporting documentation
• Assist with the preparation of accounting policies and technical accounting memos on an as needed basis
• Assist with the research of new technical accounting issues and pronouncements and present results to senior management as needed
• Assist in maintaining a strong internal control environment and effective disclosure controls and procedures, work closely with internal and external auditors.
• Work effectively with business partners both within and outside the accounting department.
• Work directly with the external audit firm
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• CPA certified, public accounting experience, preferred
• 3 to 5 years of accounting and audit experience
• Strong understanding of accounting theory, US GAAP and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
• Detail oriented and deadline driven with good analytical, organization, and communication skills
• Able to present financial data in a concise, logical and useful manner
• Ability to think and act proactively and work in a highly collaborative and high-paced environment
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for an extended period of time at a desk.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended period of time.
• Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly.
• Ability to grip, reach, and pinch with arms and hands frequently.
• Ability to bend and twist occasionally.
  
  

Ollie's is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran's status, disability, or any other legally protected status.