Financial Analyst I

Overview of the role 

We are seeking a dynamic, analytical person for the West Elm’s Brand Finance division.  This position is responsible for providing financial, analytical, and business decision support for short-term and long-term planning. An ideal candidate will bring financial experience, analytical capabilities, an eagerness to learn and collaborate, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position reports into the Senior Manager of Brand Finance.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual budget and monthly forecast across assigned business channels, including shipping income and expenses, non-merchandise product costs and vendor/sourcing compliance-related expenses
• Manage month-end close process including journal entries, expense accruals, and variance analysis to reconcile actual results against forecast
• Own operating and general expense analysis and forecasting across assigned expense categories
• Own recurring financial reporting and KPI packages (quarterly, monthly, and weekly) for assigned areas of the business
• Create, prepare and continuously enhance key reporting packages for various brand partners to provide visibility into financial performance and drivers
• Identify and analyze ad hoc business issues, including vendor and contract-related initiatives, and collaborate with key partners across the organization to actively influence brand P&L performance
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with business partners, communicating effectively in a variety of settings and ensuring partners are well informed and aligned with the brand's financial goals
• Support broader brand finance team by developing new tools to enhance financial modeling and analytics across the business
• Develop Powerpoint presentations for budget review, ad hoc brand initiatives, etc.

Criteria

• Love to work collaboratively in a group, you have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
• Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
• Are a self-starter who appreciates challenges and takes initiative to improve the status quo
• Are a true business owner; comfortable with decision making and calculated risk taking for the benefit of your business
• Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
• Pride yourself on the quality of work and are a stickler for the details
• Challenge yourself and others to grow
• 1-4 years of experience in corporate finance, banking, accounting, planning, or similar technical analytical role
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a quantitative field (finance, economics, business)
• Strong analytical skills – extensive experience with Excel building financial models, forecasts and analysis from scratch 
• Creative problem solving and strategic thinking skills – able to delve into business issues and large amounts of data to form insights and recommendations.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects with a high degree of ambiguity in a fast-paced setting. 
• Results oriented – strong sense of urgency and excellent follow through.
• Solid interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with non-financial partners and present a cohesive story to senior leaders
• Understanding of financial analysis concepts as well as a solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Working knowledge of standard financial applications preferred: Hyperion (SmartView and Essbase), Oracle ERP, or equivalent
• Ability to work onsite in the Brooklyn office Monday - Thursday and work remotely on Fridays.

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. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available: 
 
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 
 
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, learning programs, and 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 $65,000-$78,000. 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.