Financial Operations Analyst Co-op

Overview

The base pay for this position is $24 per hour. This is a Boston-based opportunity with a 4-day in-office expectation (Monday - Thursday) with 1 day remote (Friday). At this time, Wayfair will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN.

Do you enjoy turning complex financial processes into efficient, data-driven systems? Are you excited by the challenge of streamlining workflows, improving accuracy, and driving visibility across a fast-paced global organization? The Finance Operations team at Wayfair plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, scalability, and efficiency of our financial processes – from payables and receivables to forecasting and reporting. We’re a team of problem-solvers who thrive on making systems run smarter and processes flow smoother, all while supporting Wayfair’s continued global growth.

If you’re ready to dig into complex financial systems, drive tangible process improvements, and make an impact that scales, come join us!

• Prepare complex reconciliations and variance analysis for Finance Operations Month End Close.
• Investigate unusual variances and provide clear explanations to Finance Operations stakeholders.
• Support ad-hoc analytical requests from finance and stakeholder teams.
• Support large-scale roadmaps across Finance Operations.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) across the business, communicate variances over time, and partner with senior leaders to drive improvements.
• Automate dashboards and monthly reporting materials (including historicals & forecast) for leadership meetings through Looker Studio and Looker.
• Learn and develop in a hands-on environment where you will be owning/supporting projects and receive frequent feedback and coaching.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors in Finance, Economics, Business, Analytics
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Must be returning to the course of study following completion of the co-op
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by Wayfair now or in the future. Visa sponsorship includes the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN
• Proficiency in working with large and/or complex data to drive actionable insights in at least 1 of the following (a) Excel or Google Sheets and (b) SQL, GBQ, or an equivalent

• Interest in a Finance role that focuses on optimizing financial operations through data-driven insights and process improvement
• Ability to work in an environment that requires being a self starter and team player
• Ability to simplify complex data, identify core themes, and provide actionable solutions (e.g., critical thinking & problem solving skills)
• Detail oriented and enjoys tackling new challenges
• Ability to effectively communicate both to leadership within the Finance team and stakeholder teams

Throughout the Co-op Program, we provide co-ops with the opportunity to engage in social and community building activities including:

• A calendar of events including social networking, professional development, and dialogue events with senior leaders
• Formalized mentorship program along with an assigned reporting manager for impactful professional development and feedback
• Skills-based training
• Coffee chat opportunities for co-ops to get to know one another

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