senior accountant, SCTC Accounting (Seattle/US Remote)

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Now Brewing – senior accountant, SCTC 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.
Starbucks is seeking a highly skilled and motivated senior accountant to join the SCTC accounting team.
As a senior accountant, you will contribute to Starbucks success by supporting SCTC & Farmer Support Centers (FSCs) operations relating to procurement of green coffee and cocoa, coffee hedge accounting, intercompany deferred profit elimination, and purchase price variance accounting for green coffee.
This individual contributor will ensure the effective accounting and management of SCTC and FSC financials, while also acting as a green coffee accounting subject matter expert who is able to influence cross-functional teams between accounting, finance, operations, and technology.
This job contributes to Starbucks success by performing complex accounting functions, ensuring data integrity and accuracy, ensuring a timely and accurate month end close, and modeling behavior in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.
In this role, you will… Maintains and develops various accounting systems and processes, recommends and implements 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 engages in cross-functional settings to represent the team Assists manager with training of less experienced accountants and facilitates cross-training among the team Assists in prioritizing work and coordination of special projects or audits, informs and advises management on issues, seeking assistance to escalate issues as appropriate Prepares and distributes financial reports, interprets data for business partners, and supports them on ad-hoc and special projects Sets up and maintains accounting and fiscal control records, prepares and reviews journal entries that are accurate and compliant with company policies and applicable accounting regulations, reconciles accounts and reviews account reconciliations prepared by others, creates and maintains work paper documentation Research new or existing accounting guidance for business transactions, summarize and recommend appropriate accounting approach to management Implements new accounting policies and processes to meet changing requirements and support new business initiatives We’d love to hear from people with: Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent work experience 4+ years of relevant experience Performing complex accounting activities in a high growth environment at a large, multi-national, public company Developing, interpreting, and implementing accounting policies and processes in a high growth environment, while ensuring strong internal control environment Applying US GAAP to complex business transactions Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to assess business processes and implement improvements and controls Working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or other ERP) preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate accounting results to both accounting and non-accounting customers at various levels of the organization.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills Ability to build relationships and influence others to achieve successful outcome in cross-functional projects and activities Ability to multi-task and manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment, while exhibiting exceptional attention to detail and continuously driving process improvements.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and Word.
Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools.
Ability to work independently.
Displays initiative and can improve processes and document work performed.
From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners.
Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock.
What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off.
Visit starbucksbenefits.
com for details.
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.
Join us and inspire with every cup.
Apply today! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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 206-318-0660 or via email at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.
com.