The Home Depot

Manager, US Merch Accounting

The Home Depot • $90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Georgia, US
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Previous people or project team management experience
  • Familiarity with innovative technologies like RPA, Machine Learning, AI, and Blockchain preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of associates and senior associates
  • Monitor team activities and ensure compliance with SLAs
  • Develop and recommend scalable solutions for process improvements
  • Oversee month-end and year-end financial processes
  • Foster a collaborative and engaging team environment
  • Manage transformational projects from planning through execution
  • Provide updates and recommendations to leadership regarding team performance

Benefits

  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive and innovative environment
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Access to advanced technologies and methods for process improvements
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:
The Finance Business Services (FBS) team serves as a strategic and innovative partner focused on supporting business growth, as part of a world-class controllership organization.
The FBS Manager is responsible for leading a team of associate and senior associates (individual contributors). The person in this role is accountable for driving the activities of the team, ensuring customer service, and continuous improvement of processes and delivery. This role leads overall day to day activities for their tower (e.g., procure to pay (P2P), Order to Cash (OTC), or Record to Report (R2R)), partnering with project teams and off-shore business partners. FBS Managers provide coaching to team members, along with supporting their development of business and technical skills. The individual in this role has experience leading people for guaranteeing the daily service delivery to multiple stakeholders across the company and driving engagement with their team.
This role is expected to collaborate with other FBS team members and stakeholders across the organization to align strategies and to ensure information is shared and transactions are completed effectively. These responsibilities require effective communication skills, building relationships and partnerships, and leveraging business proficiency to suggest solutions and provide recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 10% Collaboration - Leverages prior experiences to help develop and recommend solutions; Effectively develops trust and collaboration with internal customers and cross-functional teams in other towers; Collaborates with appropriate team members to gather input and feedback concerning business needs; Understands the technical needs required for successfully tackling business problems
  • 10% Continuous Improvements & Controls - Participates in the continuous improvement of FBS processes by developing scalable and innovative solutions; Maintains Internal Controls and drive the team through required compliance; Ensures appropriate processes and job-specific requirements are properly documented; Works closely with controls and compliance teams
  • 40% Operational Duties & Oversight - Monitors the team's progress against departmental goals; Monitors team's daily activities and has a close track of SLAs; Plans and executes month end/year end processes; Leads regular team calls to address operational topics, improvements and projects that require monitoring and resolution; Work with internal and external customers for improving service levels and solving operational issues across the process; Fosters continuous improvement and innovation by challenging and empowering teams by giving them guidance and tools for developing automations and building insights for the business; Oversees the administration of financial policies; Serves as escalation for an risks or issues; Provides updates and recommendation to leaders at all levels of the organization on short- and long-term objectives and policies, program effectiveness, team accomplishments, summary of findings, and explain internal and external impacts
  • 30% People Management & Team Leadership - Provides leadership, mentorship and coaching to direct reports (individual contributors); Provides guidance on daily basis, keeps connected and communicates with the team; Provides performance reviews and timely feedback to direct reports regarding performance, execution, and contribution; Recruits and hires staff; Manages the different team members with respect for all people, coaching them for bringing up the strengths and skills that will set a successful group of highly motivated and strong performers; Fosters collaboration with team members; Develops a supportive and engaged team
  • 10% Strategy & Business Development - Manages transformational projects from planning to execution and post action review; Shares insight and ideas on how to continue to evolve processes and increase efficiency; Drives adoption of leading-edge techniques and methods, both predictive and prescriptive; Allows team members to develop new skills

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This Position typically reports to FBS Sr Manager
  • This Position has 6 Direct Reports

Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Working Conditions:
  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and research skills
  • Previous people or project team management experience
  • Experience with application and implementation of difference innovative technologies like RPA, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain is highly desired

Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:
  • No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5

Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None

Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None

Certifications:
  • Certified Public Accountant designation preferred

Competencies:
  • Directs Work
  • Nimble Learning
  • Builds Effective Teams
  • Collaborates
  • Cultivates Innovation
  • Instills Trust
  • Optimizes Work Processes
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Drives Results
  • Manages Conflict

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ
HD
* Ladders Estimates

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