Job Description

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 team with month end close activities and other tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries in Oracle and maintain and run allocations in accordance with established deadlines.
• Prepare schedules and supporting calculations for prepaids, paper, and postage purchases and usage; review and validate invoices for paper purchases; and communicate with and support Technology and Marketing teams regarding related questions.
• Maintain the inventory of standard journal entries and perform controls to ensure all required entries are accurately and timely posted.
• Assist the manager with month-end close communications and completion of assigned close tasks.
• Validate transactions interfaced into the general ledger and analyze accounts to ensure transactions are accurately coded.
• Complete month-end close validations on a timely basis and proactively follow up with business partners on outstanding items.
• Perform cash application activities in Oracle Accounts Receivable for franchise customers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for users requiring assistance with journal entry uploads in Oracle, reversals, approval workflows, report generation, and other ad hoc requests.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and explanations as needed.
• Support the General Ledger and Accounts Receivable teams with additional assigned tasks and special projects.
  
  
  

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, able to utilize new technologies to improve general accounting processes
• 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.
  
  
  

We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just For You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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
  
  
  

Your Journey in 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 and learning programs
• 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 $75,000-$95,000. 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.

About Us

Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.