Staff Accountant

About the Team

You will be part of the General Accounting team based out of our headquarters in San Francisco, California. This team is responsible for ensuring the consolidated financial statements of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. are complete and accurate, including managing the global monthly accounting close.

 

Overview of the Role

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the General Ledger/Consolidation team with month end close activities and other tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate month-end accounting close for certain of our international entities and work closely with our international offices and our external accountants
• Prepare monthly journal entries for international entities and global operations, including sales, COGS, other SG&A expenses, intercompany transactions and intercompany eliminations
• Calculate and validate exchange rates used for consolidation 
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and research and resolve variances
• Review and analyze monthly activity for reasonableness.  Prepare reports and document analysis for management's review
• Prepare support and documentation for intercompany transactions and intercompany funding requests, reconcile intercompany accounts
• Assist in statutory audits and provide support to internal and external auditors 
• Assist in uploading and downloading Statutory financials and invoices from local government portals
• Assist other team members as needed and complete special projects as assigned

Extended hours during our monthly and annual close periods will be required.

Criteria

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

• You have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a corporate accounting environment; global, publicly-traded company preferred

• You have demonstrated strong analytical skills

• You are a self-starter, are highly reliable and have a strong work ethic

• You have solid professional judgment and know when to escalate

• You adapt to changes quickly

• You can work well under pressure and produce high-quality work within tight deadlines

• You are professional in your communications (both written and verbal)

• Proficient in Excel: creating pivot tables, advanced formulas and functions e.g. VLOOKUPS

• Previous experience with Oracle Cloud ERP is a plus

• Ability to work onsite in the San Francisco office Monday - Thursday and work remotely on Fridays.

Our Culture & Values 

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. 

People First 

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

 

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands

• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

• Tax-free commuter benefits

• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 

• Resources for self-development

• Advisor (Mentor) program

• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series               

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

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