Senior Manager, Controllership - Accounting Policy and Investment COE at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Accounting, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in accounting/auditing with proven expertise in US GAAP research, technical application, and emerging accounting topics (Preferred: CPA, 6-7 years of experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions
  • Strong project management skills, including written and oral communication, organization, and stakeholder influence
  • Experience in designing, evaluating, and sustaining internal controls for financial statement risk mitigation
  • Familiarity with investment accounting (including ASC 320, ASC 321, ASC 323), VIE accounting, process automation, and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Lead the interpretation, implementation, and adoption of new US GAAP pronouncements and accounting policies
  • Organize and coordinate policy improvement projects, serving as the primary contact for planning, analysis, and reporting updates to leadership
  • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation, identifying and escalating risks as needed
  • Oversee change management, communication, and training for policy and investment initiatives
  • Support investment monitoring and complex technical accounting determinations (with frequent collaboration with Technical Accounting team and M&A), the global investment close and reporting process (with collaboration with SEC counsel and External Reporting), and the continuous improvement of overall investment accounting processes and controls

Skills

US GAAP
Accounting Policy
Technical Accounting
Project Management
Change Management
Investment Accounting
Financial Reporting
Risk Management
SEC Reporting
M&A Accounting

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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