Now Brewing – senior accountant, Inventory and Cost Accounting! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

This job contributes to Starbucks success by performing complex accounting functions, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. This role also serves as a subject matter expert in inventory and cost accounting, supporting cross functional teams and projects. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

As a senior accountant, Inventory and Cost Accounting, you will…

• Maintain and develop various accounting systems and processes. Recommend and implement ideas and innovations to improve upon existing systems, work processes and procedures affecting month-end and quarter-end financial close, account analysis preparation and financial reporting.

• Actively engage in cross-functional settings to represent department interests

• Assist manager with training of less experienced accountants and facilitates cross-training among the team.

• Assist in prioritizing work and coordination of special projects or audits. Inform and advise management on issues, seeking assistance to escalate issues as appropriate.

• Prepare and distribute financial reports; interpret account information and reports for customers. Support customers through ad-hoc data collecting, reporting, analysis and special projects.

• Set up and maintain accounting and fiscal control records. Create, prepare and review journal entries that are accurate and compliant with company policies and applicable accounting regulations. Produce financial statements, revenue projections, cost/benefit analyses or other reports and review for accuracy. Reconcile accounts or review account reconciliations prepared by others. Create and maintain documentation on processes and procedures related to account maintenance.

• Research new or existing accounting guidance for business transactions. Summarize and recommend appropriate accounting approach to management.

We’d love to hear from people with:

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years general accounting experience at a professional level, including journal entries, account reconciliations and reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with inventory and cost accounting.

• Experience preparing audit schedules and providing audit support.

• Demonstrated ability to trace transactions from subledger to general ledger.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to work through complex problems with cross functional teams, specifically in accounting and system support.

• Ability to interact with a variety of people at all organizational levels

• Experience with general ledger systems (e.g. Oracle or other ERP).

• Ability to prioritize and document work performed.

• Advanced analytical skills.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.  At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

The pay range for this position may be narrower than that displayed, depending on where the work is performed.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.