Senior Accountant, SOX Compliance

At J.Jill, we’re redefining what it means to dress and live with ease. As a women-led, Boston-based lifestyle brand with 200+ stores nationwide, we design thoughtful, inspired apparel and accessories that celebrate the totality of all women. We’re entering an exciting chapter of growth — expanding our footprint, reaching new customers, and deepening long-standing relationships. We're seeking bold thinkers and doers to join us. With competitive pay and benefits, a supportive culture, and the chance to make a real impact, this is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to bring our ethos keep it simple, make it matter to life in new and inspiring ways.

The Senior Accountant, SOX Compliance plays an integral role in the company's SOX (internal control) environment, ensuring procedures are adhered to and documentation is complete. The position also assists in the financial (SEC) reporting for a publicly traded company.

• Maintains and updates SOX processes documentation; including narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices (RCMs).
• Ensures internal controls remain aligned with the COSO Internal Control Framework principles.
• Maintains Audit Board, the Company’s internal SOX software/tool and manage all projects kicked off on monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Monitors assigned SOX controls to proper control owners to ensure they are properly designed, implemented, and operating effectively.
• Assist process owners with maintaining effective control documentation and remediation plans.  
• Performs testing of SOX controls, including testing Information Produced by the Entity (IPE) reports to ensure completeness and accuracy and assists in setting up walkthroughs with external auditors,
• Assists the finance team in testing key spreadsheets used in financial reporting, including validation of formulas, data integrity and change control.
• Partners closely with Internal Audit on SOX testing.
• Prepares requested documentation and responds to auditors’ inquiries related to assigned controls.
• Communicates with external auditors to assist with quarterly reviews and annual audit.
• Reviews SOC-1 reports and documents the Company’s ability to rely on the related organizations.
• Establishes effective working relationships with key stakeholders within the Company, including Internal Audit, Information System teams, and FP&A.
• Supports automation and standardization of recurring reports and controls where appropriate and identifies opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of SOX controls.
• Assists in the preparation of Form 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K filings.
• Performs a complete tie-out for all the numbers on the 10Q, 10K, 8K and Earning release scripts with maintaining supporting documents.
• Assists and completes special projects as they arise.

Benefits, Tailored for You.

• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, company paid LTD/STD, and generous amount of paid time off.
• Office includes amenities such as a café, fitness center, free parking and Red Line shuttle.
• Generous associate discount; group discounts on auto, pet and homeowner insurance.
• Discount Marketplace for travel, consumer products, food, auto buying, etc.
• Associate resource groups.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of the COSO Internal Control Framework and an understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience and strong understanding of internal controls.
• Strong project management and attention to detail.

• Maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment, and continuously evolving to meet changing business needs.
• Quick learner and problem solver when faced with new issues or challenges.
• Fosters teamwork across the organization with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build partnerships and work in a collaborative environment.
• Passion for driving and delivering results and delivering constructive change.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; CPA is a plus.
• 4+ years of public accounting or related experience, preferably with retail and/or direct-to-consumer business.

• Experience with SOX 404 compliance and testing IPE reports and key spreadsheets.

• Experience working with Audit Board and Active disclosure is preferred.
• Experience with SEC Form 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K filings is preferable, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work, prolonged periods of time working at a desk and on a computer.  
• Ability to communicate information and observe details at close range.
• Light to moderate lifting may be required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

At J.Jill, we believe our associates should be seen, valued, and celebrated. We support the advancement of our associates by harnessing their unique contributions to grow and improve, and our success is guided by a culture that values keeping it simple and making it matter. J.Jill is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at J.Jill are based solely upon business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected status. J.Jill provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals, in accordance with applicable laws.  If you need to inquire about an accommodation to assist with completing the application process, please email Talent.Acquisition@jjill.com.