Financial Analyst
Job Summary:
This role supports the accounting function by managing defined areas of the close and financial reporting process.
Responsibilities:
Financial Close and Reporting
- Support and take ownership of assigned components of the month-end close by analyzing data, supporting financial reporting, and posting journal entries.
- Prepare, reconcile, and analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts, including accruals for liabilities, reserves, and customer rebate accounting.
- Participate in monthly close meetings with the Accounting and Finance team.
Fixed Assets and Capital Accounting
- Manage US fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation reporting for monthly and annual financial reporting.
- Prepare depreciation expense journal entries and budgets.
- Support capital expenditure budgeting and forecasting in coordination with Plant and IT leads.
- Maintain accurate fixed asset records and supporting documentation.
Audit and Compliance
- Support audit procedures, including interim and year-end fieldwork.
- Serve as a primary contact for assigned areas, including fixed assets and related general ledger accounts.
- Ensure documentation is complete, organized, and “ready-for-audit”.
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform ad-hoc project reporting
- Assist in maintaining accurate and well-documented accounting processes.
Bachelor’s Degree required, major in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
Education, Skills, and Attributes:
Bachelor’s Degree required, major in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting and finance roles.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
Strong and effective communication skills required, both written and oral.
Analytical and detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and able to work autonomously.
ERP system experience with an integrated general ledger required, experience with Infor LN a plus.
Knowledge of MS Office applications, intermediate Excel skills a requirement, advanced Excel skills a plus. High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good time management and organizational skills required with the ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize.
Must be 18 years or older
About RTC
RTC masters the design and detail of retail, helping brands and retailers improve the shopping experience and grow their bottom line. We design retail programs and environments, execute them globally, and build products that improve retail performance. We provide our clients with a cohesive brand experience, expanded retail presence, and consistently better results at a lower total cost. Learn more at http://www.rtc.com/.
Why should you consider a career at RTC?
Benefits
Hybrid work-from-home program offered
Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
Benefit Value Advisor and Member Rewards (through Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care
Commuter Transit benefit
401(K) Plan with company 6% match (we also offer a Roth option!)
Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)
Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
16 PTO Days (full year)
9 Paid Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Perks
Fun Friday Hours - get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2:30 every Friday (year-round!)
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company sponsored volunteer events
Wellness
PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.
Work/Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.
Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location.
Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan. Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.
Career Development & Training
We encourage your professional growth and development. We offer mentors with deep industry experience, and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long-term career goals and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is budgeted for $60,757-$92,357, with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary depends on various factors and could be above or below the range depending on the applicant's qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education, business needs, and market demand. The full salary range for this role reflects this position's competitive labor market value and provides an opportunity to progress as associates grow and develop within the role. Bonuses are paid based on RTC’s financial results. Any payouts awarded in the first year of employment are pro-rated based on the start date. Program rules are subject to change at management’s discretion.
RTC is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, individuals of all ethnicities, people with disabilities (intellectual and physical), and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, religion, or any other basis prohibited by law. RTC is in compliance with Child Labor Laws.