Job Description

Analyst II, Financial Reporting at CarMax summary:

The Financial Reporting Analyst II at CarMax is responsible for preparing and reviewing financial statements, SEC filings, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. This role involves analyzing financial results, evaluating accounting policies, and supporting external audits and SOX compliance. The analyst collaborates with multiple departments and serves as a technical accounting resource for special projects and reporting initiatives.

8901 - Corp Office West Crk - 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway, Richmond, Virginia, 23238

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About this job

The Financial Reporting Analyst II will play an active role in the Company's SEC reporting and U.S. GAAP compliance processes. This position will be responsible for preparing and reviewing financial information, analyzing and reporting on financial results, evaluating accounting policies and serving as a resource to assist in interpreting and providing solutions to technical accounting and business issues. The position will report to the Financial Reporting Senior Manager and will work closely with the company's Corporate Accounting, Investor Relations, Legal, Accounting Policy, Treasury, Tax, and Audit Service departments, as well as other management and external auditors. 

What you will do – Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, quarterly and annual earnings releases and SEC filings and annual proxy statement with support from leadership and the Sr. Analysts on the team
• Prepare and review various monthly and quarterly financial schedules, analyses, reconciliations and journal entries with support from leadership and the Sr. Analysts on the team
• Participate in special projects (e.g. new financial reporting regulations, implementation of new accounting standards and/or systems) and meetings. Serve as a functional expert in SEC and external reporting requirements for special projects and accounting initiatives. 
• Identify and research technical accounting issues or developments, and provide necessary guidance to management or other departments
• Support the external audit process, including preparation of client-prepared schedules for quarterly reviews, annual audit and SOX 404 testing, as well as maintenance of financial reporting process documentation

Purpose of the role

This position will be responsible for preparing and reviewing financial information, analyzing and reporting on financial results, evaluating accounting policies and serving as a resource to assist in interpreting and providing solutions to technical accounting and business issues. 

Qualifications and Requirements

• Four year degree in Accounting and/or Finance required
• CPA candidate required
• Virginia-licensed CPA preferred
• Two or more years of general accounting experience in public accounting and/or corporate financial reporting with exposure to SEC reporting requirements
• Strong accounting skills including knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), SEC reporting requirements and XBRL
• Previous experience preparing and/or analyzing financial statements
• Previous experience drafting and/or reviewing notes to financial statements and other supplementary information (i.e., Management’s Discussion & Analysis [MD&A], exhibits, etc.)
• Previous project management experience preferred
• Ability to communicate in a clear and open manner through verbal, written, and non-verbal methods
• Requires mathematical skills that would be gained from a typical undergraduate accounting curriculum.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel and Word, PowerPoint), Workiva wDesk, Oracle ERP and Oracle EPM

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the CarMax Home Office in Richmond, VA and have a Hybrid work arrangement

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Ability to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner while balancing priorities and managing interruptions
• Ability to motivate others, including gaining buy-in and driving team engagement
• Ability to apply business and technical knowledge to produce results and make recommendations
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis, determine possible solutions (with risks and rewards identified) and present to management
• Ability to express opinions and innovative ideas and willing to challenge others and the status quo appropriately
• Ability to provide “win-win” solutions while resolving customer service issues in a positive and professional manner
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships throughout the organization

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the CarMax Home Office in Richmond, VA and have a Hybrid work arrangement  

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role.  

 

About CarMax 

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.  

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community.  We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.  

 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:  

CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment.  

 

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application .

Keywords:

financial reporting, SEC filings, U.S. GAAP compliance, financial statements, accounting policies, external audit support, SOX 404 testing, financial analysis, corporate accounting, technical accounting

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Home office,

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