Senior Tax Analyst (Temporary)

About the Role 

*This is an (approximately) 6 month temporary role*

The (Temporary) Senior Tax Accountant’s primary responsibilities involve preparation and/or review of federal, state and local income tax returns, schedules, extensions and estimated tax payments; management and support of the outsourced Property Tax, Unclaimed Property and San Francisco Payroll Tax filings; and performance of other necessary compliance and support functions. 

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will...

• Prepare/review federal, state and local income tax returns, estimates, extensions, miscellaneous filings and related workpapers, ensuring timely compliance with applicable laws 
• Manage the information flow with outsourcing partners to ensure the timely filing of property tax, unclaimed property and San Francisco payroll tax returns; 
• Research legislative enactments/changes to ensure company compliance with tax laws 
• Analyze and reconcile relevant general ledger accounts 
• Respond to taxing authority notices and inquiries 
• Maintain and manage Onesource income tax compliance tax calendar to ensure all required filings and payments are submitted in a timely manner 

Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

• ·We’re a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe
• A technologically and data-driven business
• Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits
• We’re at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation
• We’re passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience
• We get to be creative daily
• A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas
• We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative
• We have fun!

We’re excited about you because... 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting  
• 3 plus years in an income tax environment 
• CPA license required 
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills 
• Strong interpersonal/written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong computer skills – Excel, Word and PowerPoint 
• Experience conducting research and  interpreting & documenting resolutions 
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC
• Ability to converse over a telephone
• Ability to transport materials or equipment or lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
• Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment

Benefits:

Once you are here, you can look forward to a wide variety of benefits designed to help you grow, personally and professionally, to keep you healthy, to prepare you for the unexpected, to care for your family and to build a secure future. Depending on your position and your location, here’s a look at what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams Sonoma Inc. brands through multiple shopping channels
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays and other time-off programs
• Health benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care tax-free spending accounts; medical, family and bereavement leave; same-sex domestic partner benefits; short- and long-term disability programs; life and travel insurance; an employee assistance program
• 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
• Location specific sample sales
• A business casual work environment
• San Francisco based bike share program
• Time off to volunteer
• Matching donations to qualifying nonprofit organizations
• Company-sponsored community involvement
• Various discounts on local businesses

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 ordinance