Manager - Accounting

About the Role

We are entering an exciting phase of growth and technology modernization, and we are looking for a Manager of Accounting to help guide our team through it. In this highly collaborative, leadership-focused role, you will lead our global monthly close, partner with our regions on international compliance, and serve as a key champion for our upcoming Oracle Fusion ERP implementation. You will have the backing of an engaged executive team, a motivated accounting staff, and dedicated implementation partners. If you love building efficient processes, mentoring people, and having a direct seat at the table during a tech transformation, you will thrive here.

Responsibilities

• Championing Our Oracle Fusion Transition
  • Collaborative Launch: Partner closely with our teams and external consultants to map, test, and deploy Oracle Fusion, ensuring our team's daily workflows are accurately represented and the system fits our global needs.
  • Empowering the Team: Act as the internal guide for the accounting team during the rollout, providing training, documentation, and support to build confidence in the new platform.
• Leading the Global Close & Consolidation Framework
  • Predictable, High-Velocity Close: Direct our global close process, consistently achieving an efficient and accurate multi-entity, multi-currency close.
  • Global Compliance Leadership: Oversee the consolidation model and act as a key partner for international compliance, ensuring seamless coordination on statutory audits across global regions.
• Maintaining Financial Integrity & Compliance
  • Trusted Financials: Act as a reliable final checkpoint for financial statements, ensuring accuracy and GAAP compliance before submission to leadership.
  • Practical Controls: Maintain a strong, clear SOX and internal controls environment that integrates naturally into Oracle workflows without creating bottlenecks.
• Mentoring a Great Team
  • Supportive Leadership: Lead and develop a talented team of accounting professionals, coaching them through career growth, setting clear goals, and protecting work-life balance during major milestones.
• Insightful Business Partnership
  • Strategic Insights: Team up with FP&A to assist with consolidated budgets and forecasts, and help regional leaders understand budget-to-actual variances for informed decision-making.

Requirements

• Education & License: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; CPA required.
• Experience: 6+ years of progressive corporate or public accounting experience, ideally with exposure to global, multi-entity environments.
• Systems & Transformations: Experience with an ERP implementation or major systems upgrade (Oracle Fusion experience is a plus).
• People First: Proven track record of managing and coaching accounting staff with a focus on empathy, clarity, and development.
• Technical Foundations: Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and SOX frameworks.
• Mindset: Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a calm approach to handling deadlines and organizational changes.

Benefits

• Generous associate discount on our brands.
• Summer Fridays (for Pittsburgh, NYC, and remote corporate associates) between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
• Casual dress code.
• Hybrid schedule with a blend of home-office focus and in-office collaboration.
• In-person presence required at Pittsburgh headquarters for interviews, orientation, and 1-3 times weekly.
• Company-wide events and FOMO (Fun Office Moments Only) activities.
• Health care benefits (medical, vision, and dental), wellness benefits, and 401(k) retirement benefits (subject to eligibility).
• Life and disability insurance, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, paid sick leave, and parental leave.

Paid time off, sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level, location, employment classification, and years of service. Discretionary bonuses and other incentives may also be provided.

About Us

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer with a portfolio of beloved apparel brands including American Eagle, Aerie, OFFL/NE by Aerie, Todd Snyder, and Unsubscribed. Rooted in optimism, inclusivity, and authenticity, AEO’s brands empower customers to celebrate their unique personal style with casual, comfortable, and high-quality products. We operate stores in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with merchandise available in over 30 countries through a global network of license partners. Our Better Together culture fosters mutual success, inspiring our community to excel while driving future growth.