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About the Team

You will be part of the Inventory Planning and Finance team responsible for the achievement of our topline and bottom-line financial targets through analytics and expense management with our cross-functional partners. With our pivotal role in the company's operations, we enjoy high visibility and collaborate closely with leadership to steer the business.

Overview of the Senior Financial Analyst

You will take an active role in key financial processes, including month-end close activities, reporting of key performance indicators, forecast planning, and financial decision support for executive leadership and key stakeholders. You will work in close partnership with business partners providing full financial support and applying business and analytical skills to ensure sound financial decisions are made.

Responsibilities

• Supporting month-end close process, financial forecasting, and budgeting for Williams Sonoma brand through variance analysis, preparation of month-end accruals, and partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Analyzing current and past trends in key performance indicators including sales, margin, and operating expenses. Providing strategic insights, hypotheses, and conclusions based upon this analysis.
• Investigating, analyzing, and presenting recommendations regarding various special projects related to business operations.
• Reporting on brand performance, adapting reporting as needed to support key business initiatives and strategies.
• Presenting results to brand leadership, corporate finance, and key business partners.

Criteria

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or a related degree
• 3+ years relevant work experience in a financial role
• Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and PowerPoint; advanced financial modeling skills
• Working knowledge of Essbase and Oracle ERP a plus
• Self-motivated, flexible, positive attitude, and intellectually curious
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; innovative, organized, and thorough.
• Strong ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Ability to perform work onsite in the San Francisco office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic

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 $85,000 - $100,000. 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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