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Staff Accountant

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Wayfair

Wayfair

10,001+ employees

E-commerce platform for home goods sales

Consulting
Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Entry, Junior

Boston, MA, USA

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Has 1+ year experience as a Staff Accountant
  • Great verbal and written communication skills
  • Organized and self-motivated
  • Possess solid analytical, problem solving and financial troubleshooting skills
  • Able to quickly learn new systems, processes, procedures and adapt local practices to global standards
  • A proactive, detail oriented team player
  • Able to multi-task and succeed in a high energy and fast paced environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
  • Reconcile, analyze and track assigned general ledger accounts on a timely basis and resolve any resulting discrepancies
  • Work with external auditors and prepare audit work papers and support as requested
  • Prepare and book journal entries for various expense accounts and accruals
  • Work with members of the accounting team to identify ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting and assist in initiatives to implement improvements
  • Contribute to month-end close, quarterly review and annual audit processes, including documentation and compliance with SOX
  • Perform special projects as needed

Wayfair specializes in e-commerce for home goods, providing a wide selection of products such as furniture, lighting, cookware, and appliances through its website, wayfair.com. The company operates a marketplace platform that connects consumers with over 5,000 brands, allowing it to offer a vast range of items without managing extensive inventory. Wayfair generates revenue by selling these products and charging advertising fees to suppliers who want to promote their items on the site. Its product offerings include everything from smart kitchen appliances to indoor playsets, catering to various customer needs and budgets. Wayfair stands out from competitors by being a one-stop shop for home-related products, enhancing the shopping experience with appliance packages and curated collections. The company's goal is to simplify home improvement projects for customers by providing a comprehensive selection of home goods.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-7%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

-11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Wayfair's extensive product range and strategic sales events, like Black Friday in July, provide employees with opportunities to drive significant revenue growth.
  • The company's expansion into brick-and-mortar stores offers new career opportunities and the potential for increased market penetration.
  • Wayfair's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility initiatives can attract talent interested in making a positive social and environmental impact.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive e-commerce market requires Wayfair to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The company's reliance on a marketplace model means it must effectively manage relationships with over 5,000 brands to ensure product quality and availability.

What makes Wayfair unique

  • Wayfair's marketplace model allows it to offer a vast selection of home goods without the need for extensive inventory management, unlike traditional retailers.
  • The company's focus on curated collections and appliance packages simplifies the shopping experience, setting it apart from competitors who offer less personalized options.
  • Wayfair's commitment to sustainability, including ambitious zero waste goals, enhances its brand appeal in an increasingly eco-conscious market.