Financial Analyst II - Pottery Barn Kids and Teen

Williams Sonoma; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated financial analyst to support key financial processes for its renowned brands. In this role, you will engage in month-end close activities, financial forecasting, and budgeting, while collaborating closely with business partners. Your analytical skills will be vital in interpreting financial data and providing strategic insights to senior management. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can apply your expertise and contribute to impactful financial decisions. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous discount on all brands

401(k) plan

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits including dental and vision

Tax-free commuter benefits

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a financial role is required.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close, forecasting, and budgeting for Pottery Barn brands.
• Analyze trends in key performance indicators and provide insights.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Variance Analysis

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview of the role

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 our Pottery Barn Kids and Teen brands 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 our Pottery Barn brands through variance analysis, preparation of month-end accruals, and partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Analyzing current and past trends in key performance indicators including revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses and capital expenditures. Providing strategic insights, hypotheses, and conclusions based upon this analysis.
• Developing insightful financial presentations for Senior Management to concisely summarize performance and highlight key business components.
• Investigating, analyzing, and presenting recommendations regarding various special projects related to business operations from a broader corporate scope.

Criteria

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or related degree
• 2-4 years relevant work experience in a financial role;
• 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
• Ability to work onsite in the San Francisco office Monday - Thursday and work remotely on Fridays.

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

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (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 annually. 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.