Sr Tax Accountant

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.•San Francisco, CA

48d•$95,000 - $101,500

About The Position

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. 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 $95,000 - $101,500. 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.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with sales and use tax audits, compliance, and research.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
5+ years of experience in corporate tax or finance, with a focus on sales and use tax.
Experience interacting with auditors, audit defense, and tax appeals.
Experience working with Vertex or similar tax automation systems, and proficiency with Oracle, MicroStrategy, Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High energy and motivation, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines.
Independent thinker and self-starter with sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the retail industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Audit Support
Prepare and provide auditors with supporting documentation using various internal systems.
Review auditors' workpapers, analyze findings, and prepare audit defense responses.
Analyze, extrapolate, and evaluate audit exposure to identify risk and mitigation opportunities.
Tax Compliance
Support the preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns and related schedules.
Partner with outside consultants on projects, tax filings, and data requests.
Research and respond to internal and external inquiries regarding tax rates, product classification, and exemption documentation.
Maintain compliance calendars to ensure timely filings and remittances.
Other / Special Projects
Manage and assist with indirect tax related and cross-functional projects, including data analytics and system enhancements.
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and IT to ensure accuracy and integrity of transactional tax data.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.

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