Responsibilities:
Responsible for conducting all external reporting activities and external financial 
reporting processes, including compliance with all aspects of accounting and 
financial reporting requirements as well as consolidating and preparing financial 
statements and other information within public filings (e.g., 10Ks, 10Qs, 8Ks, 
etc).  Apply new and developing accounting literature/guidance and 
pronouncements. This role coordinates and implements accounting 
pronouncements as they relate to the Express business. This position works with 
Finance and other area of the business as applicable, as well as with public 
accounting firms. This position also closely works with the Financial Reporting 
group and Internal Audit. Position reports to the Corporate Accounting 
Manager. 

• Prepare external financial statements and develop footnotes and financial 
disclosures 
• Consolidate financial results of subsidiaries 
• Prepare quarterly, annual, and additional reporting (e.g., 10Ks, 10Qs, 8Ks) as 
required within established timeframes, while maintaining the highest quality, 
reliability, and accuracy 
• Perform research and document and implement accounting policies and 
standards 
• Coordinate audit requests and prepare information/schedules for various 
types of audits 
• Serve as key contributor in transition to International Financial Reporting 
Standards (IFRS) 
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies 
• Document accounting positions to support external audit 
• Perform annual impairment testing 
• Interact with Finance and non-Finance associates, including Controller, 
Accounting Managers, Accountants, Treasury Manager, Tax Director/Manager, 
and other individuals to provide consultation on accounting matters 
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support new processes, policies, initiatives, and 
procedures

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree is a plus 
• Minimum of 4+ years of Big Four public accounting experience required 
• CPA required and Big 4 experience
• Possess knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting 
• Experience in Securities and Exchange Commission filings preferred 
• Relevant and expert level knowledge of research and accounting guidance 
• Current knowledge of IFRS developments and status 
• Retail industry experience is a plus 
• Proven understanding of concepts underlying the theory and practice of 
recording, classifying, examining, and analyzing financial transactions 
• Current understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements 
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; flexible in dealing with 
change and shift in priorities 
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/assignments and consistently 
meet deadlines 
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail 
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) 
• Ability to work and function independently as well as direct others 
• Ability to work cooperatively with other associates and outside vendors and 
maintain the highest level of company integrity 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products 
• Experience with stock-based compensation and fair value measurements a 
plus