Sr. Analyst, Accounting Policy

About this role

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what’s possible.

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands – Coach and Kate Spade New York – was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen. We’re always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this: Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. 

Primary Purpose: The Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting will be critical in supporting the organization’s compliance with U.S. GAAP by researching and interpreting complex accounting standards and leading the implementation of new guidance. The Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting will aid in the evaluation and implementation of new and existing accounting rules, ensuring timely compliance. Through developed familiarity with accounting standards, the Sr. Analyst of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting will help ensure accounting conclusions are aligned with evolving standards. This role reports into the Director, Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Accounting Policy to...

• Research and interpret U.S. GAAP and SEC guidance to support accounting conclusions. • Serve as a go-to resource for internal stakeholders seeking guidance on accounting treatment for unique or unfamiliar arrangements and collaborate with business partners to assess the accounting implications of new contracts, transactions, and business initiatives. • Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures in response to changes impacting accounting standards, the regulatory environment and the Company. • Assist in the preparation of technical accounting memos and maintenance of audit documentation. • Support the preparation and delivery of training materials educating internal stakeholders on accounting policy matters. • Proactively engage with subject matter experts, external auditors, and other stakeholders to align on accounting conclusions and ensure compliance. • Prepare journal entries and financial disclosures related to the Company’s equity-based compensation, derivative instruments, and other complex or non-routine transactions at period ends. 

The accomplished individual will possess...

• Proficiency in researching and interpreting the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) and SEC regulations. • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent team player who works extremely well in a collaborative environment • Detail-oriented, highly analytical, and strong project management skills • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities with a positive attitude • Ability to take initiative and own projects to completion • Excellent presentation skills to articulate strategies to internal stakeholders, including members of the executive team, to influence business outcomes

An outstanding professional will have...

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business. MBA and CPA are a plus • Big 4 Experience and/or Public Accounting experience • Experience working with external auditors and managing audit-related technical discussions • Familiarity with accounting for equity compensation, derivatives/ debt, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangibles • Proficiency with digital tools and platforms, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with SAP and Workiva are a plus.

Our Competencies for All Employees

Courage : Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. Creativity : Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. Customer Focus : Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Dealing with Ambiguity : Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Drive for Results : Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfa

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