Financial Analyst II
Responsibilities
- Supporting month-end close process, financial forecasting, and budgeting for our William Sonoma Brand through variance analysis, preparation of month-end accruals, and partnerships with key business partners.
- Analyzing current and past trends in key performance indicators including revenue, cost of sales, and operating expenses.
- Providing strategic insights, hypotheses, and conclusions based upon this analysis.
- Aid in the preparation of Investment Review Powerpoint Decks by collaborating with Marketing business partners to ensure accurate representation of financial data.
- Developing insightful financial presentations for Senior Management to concisely summarize performance and highlight key business components.
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis focused on expense efficiency, providing actionable insights and recommendations to business partners.
Requirements
- 3-5 years relevant work experience in a financial role.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or related degree.
- Oracle and Essbase experience required.
- Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; advanced financial modeling skills.
- Self-motivated, flexible, positive attitude, and intellectually curious.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; innovative, organized, thorough.
- Strong ability to turn data into actionable insights.
- Strong ability to work onsite in the San Francisco office Monday - Thursday.
Qualifications
- Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; advanced financial modeling skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; innovative, organized, thorough.
- Strong ability to turn data into actionable insights.
- Strong ability to work onsite in the San Francisco office Monday - Thursday.
Skills
- Financial modeling skills.
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Data analysis and interpretation.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
- Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
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.
- 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.
Pay
The expected starting pay range for this position is $85,000- $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.
Schedule
Monday - Thursday
About the Role
You will take an active role in key financial processes, including month end close activities, reporting of key performance indicators, forecast planning, budgeting, and financial decision support for our William Sonoma Brand 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.
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.
About Us
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.