Senior Accountant

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Health benefits

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to own month-end close, provide operational reporting, and oversee accounts payable for the manufacturing division.

You will partner with Operations, Purchasing, Shared Services, and Receiving to ensure accurate, timely, well‑supported financial results. The role is located in Claremont, NC and requires strong accounting skills and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in an accounting role including month end close, journal entries, variance analysis, and operational reporting.
• Proficient in Excel with pivot tables; ERP systems such as Oracle or D365 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own key month end close responsibilities, including preparation of all journal entries, review of account activity, research of variances, preparation of supporting schedules, and completion of close documentation.
• Research and explain financial variances, including actual results compared to forecast, budget, and prior year.
• Prepare month end financial commentary for management review, including explanations of key business drivers and operational impacts.
• Maintain schedules for recurring expenses, vendor commitments, accruals, prepaid expenses, and key accounting estimates.
• Monitor open purchase orders, receipts, invoices, and accruals to identify mismatches, aging items, and required accounting adjustments.
• Provide accounting analysis and recommendations to support accurate financial reporting and month end results.
• Provide oversight of the no purchase order invoice process, including review of workflow status, coding accuracy, approval timing, and payment follow‑up.

Skills

Accounting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft D365

Excel

Job description

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Sutter Street

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, operations, customer service, procurement, safety, analytics, inventory, risk management, maintenance, personalization, loss prevention, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization.

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

The Senior Accountant will provide accounting expertise for Williams Sonoma’s manufacturing division, including ownership of month end close activities, operational reporting, inventory accounting review, accounts payable process oversight, labor reconciliations, variance analysis, commentary, and ad hoc analysis to support the business. This role will partner closely with Operations, Purchasing, Shared Services Accounts Payable, and Receiving to ensure financial results are accurate, timely, and well-supported.

The Senior Accountant will provide accounting expertise for Williams Sonoma’s manufacturing division, including ownership of month end close activities, operational reporting, inventory accounting review, accounts payable process oversight, labor reconciliations, variance analysis, commentary, and ad hoc analysis to support the business. This role will partner closely with Operations, Purchasing, Shared Services Accounts Payable, and Receiving to ensure financial results are accurate, timely, and well-supported.

Senior Accountant position is located in Claremont, NC.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Accounting
  • Own key month end close responsibilities, including preparation of all journal entries, review of account activity, research of variances, preparation of supporting schedules, and completion of close documentation
  • Research and explain financial variances, including actual results compared to forecast, budget, and prior year
  • Prepare month end financial commentary for management review, including explanations of key business drivers and operational impacts
  • Maintain schedules for recurring expenses, vendor commitments, accruals, prepaid expenses, and key accounting estimates
  • Monitor open purchase orders, receipts, invoices, and accruals to identify mismatches, aging items, and required accounting adjustments
  • Provide accounting analysis and recommendations to support accurate financial reporting and month end results
• Accounts Payable Oversight
  • Provide oversight of the no purchase order invoice process, including review of workflow status, coding accuracy, approval timing, and payment follow‑up
  • Provide guidance and direction to the accounts payable associate responsible for day‑to‑day invoice coding, tracking, and follow‑up
  • Review recurring vendor coding and invoice activity to ensure consistency across departments and accounting periods
  • Partner with Purchasing and business leaders to transition recurring purchases to purchase orders where appropriate
  • Work with Shared Services Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Receiving, and Operations to resolve escalated invoice discrepancies, coding issues, approval delays, payment holds, and vendor payment questions
  • Monitor open AP items and recurring process issues, identify root causes, and recommend improvements to strengthen invoice workflow and reduce delays
• Reporting
  • Produce weekly reports on incoming demand, shipments, labor, purchases, transportation, and other operational topics for plant leadership and executive management
  • Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Prepare ad hoc analysis and reporting for operations, plant leadership, and finance teams
  • Support management with clear, accurate, and timely reporting to assist with business decisions
• Inventory
  • Support inventory accounting, including review of inventory account activity, adjustment trends, and related journal entries
  • Review and approve inventory adjustment journals for cycle counts, obsolete inventory, damages, and other manual adjustments
  • Research inventory discrepancies and partner with Operations, Receiving, and Purchasing to ensure inventory activity is accurately recorded
  • Review inventory-related schedules and supporting documentation to ensure adjustments are appropriate, complete, and properly supported
• Special Projects
  • Support special projects as assigned, including process improvements, reporting enhancements, system changes, cost analysis, and operational finance initiatives

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in an accounting role, including responsibility for month end close, journal entries, variance analysis, account reconciliations, and operational reporting
• Experience with accounts payable processes, invoice workflows, vendor issue resolution, and cross‑functional process oversight
• Proficient in MS Excel, including pivot tables and functions such as SUMIFS and lookups
• Prior experience with Oracle, Microsoft D365, or similar ERP system preferred
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data, research variances, prepare commentary, and make sound recommendations
• Strong problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and work collaboratively to resolve issues
• Strong sense of urgency and a high bias for action while making sound recommendations based upon analysis, experience, and judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent demands, meet deadlines, and appropriately prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to work independently, exercise professional judgment, and provide guidance to others involved in accounting and accounts payable processes

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offers, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)

EOE

At this time, we are not accepting referrals from third party recruiting agencies for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.