Technical Accounting Manager

About Gap Inc.

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.     

This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to  learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.

About the Role

The Corporate Controller’s Group is the central finance organization within Gap Inc. that is responsible for several functions related to the financial reporting and close process, including Technical Accounting. Through accounting preparation and analysis, critical thinking, and partnership with the business, we support key financial decisions and the issuance of the financial statements for our company. The Technical Accounting team reports to the Corporate Controller.

As a Manager on the Technical Accounting team, you will be responsible for researching technical accounting issues and providing guidance and support to business partners across all Gap Inc. brands (Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta). You will serve as a strategic partner collaborating with cross-functional teams while managing various accounting projects to drive digital transformation for the Corporate Controllers Group. You will also work directly with the Treasury Department on accounting for our merchandise hedging programs.

What You'll Do

• Communicate with business partners across all brands and functions to ensure technical accounting issues are identified and resolved. Track and document significant accounting issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Responsible for the journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses related to our hedging programs (ASC 815).
• Assist in developing streamlined processes and serve as a liaison with business partners outside of the Corporate Controller's Group to promote teamwork and collaboration across the organization.
• Liaise with business partners and auditors during quarterly and annual reporting to ensure accounting issues are accurately reported in financial statements
• Assess the impact of new accounting pronouncements and collaborate with business partners to drive their company-wide implementation.
• Participate in special projects related to significant transactions and other financial reporting matters as needed

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required
• 6+ years of experience (3-5 years in public accounting with Big 4 accounting firm)
• Experience working for a publicly traded company preferred
• Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with accounting research tools
• Excellent project management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
• Ability to earn trust and confidence of business partners, positive attitude, strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Detail oriented self-starter with outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Oracle and/or Essbase is a plus

Benefits at Gap Inc.

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
• Employee stock purchase plan.*
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
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*For eligible employees