Global Tax Accounting Co-Op

Program Dates: July 8, 2024 - December 20, 2024

Who We Are: 

The Finance team consists of detail-oriented, highly organized individuals who oversee the company's financial well-being while supporting operational and general business planning. We solve challenging accounting problems and provide financial analyses to determine key operational decisions within a growing and diversifying organization. We are dedicated to meeting new challenges head on at each milestone in Wayfair's development and can adapt to changes within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The mission of the Wayfair Accounting team is “To close the books efficiently with no material errors or audit findings while providing support to our business partners as the subject matter experts on all accounting and auditing matters.” As a part of our team, you will be integral to the monthly financial close process and quarterly SEC filings. 

Tax Accounting:

This role will focus on assisting with general ledger accounting functions, audit inquiries & responses, and tax preparation. Daily responsibilities include posting journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, audit analytics, completing various tax returns, and responding to government inquiries and notices. 

What You’ll Do:

• Preparation of transaction tax returns
• Assist in transaction tax audits
• Ad-hoc audit and internal audit requests
• Miscellaneous reporting requests for both Finance stakeholders and business partners
• Collaborate with other teams within Finance

What You’ll Need:

Basic Qualifications

• To be a current Sophomore, Junior, or Senior student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a relevant field (eg.finance, accounting, economics, business, analytics)
• The ability to commit to working 40 hours/week (Monday -Friday, 9am-5pm) from July 8 to December 20, 2024 in our Boston office

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant interest in tax accounting
• Strong Excel skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently
• Positive attitude
• Familiarity with e-commerce and the internet

At this time, Wayfair is unable to hire candidates that require visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

Wayfair Co-Op Program Overview

Based in Wayfair’s Boston headquarters, Our co-op program is a six-month, full-time, paid program that runs twice annually in January to June and July to December Through the co-op program, students have the opportunity to gain impactful professional experience in their major or career field of interest by fully integrating with Wayfair business units. While the majority of Wayfair co-ops join directly from an academic program, some co-ops join us from varying professional and academic backgrounds seeking a six-month professional experience. In addition to exciting project work, Wayfair co-ops have the opportunity to build their professional networks, take advantage of training offerings, and attend social events throughout the program. 

An Important Note about Wayfair's In-Office Policy:

All Boston-based interns, Co-ops, and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and work remotely the other 1 day of the week.

Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities

Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. As part of this commitment, Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by completing our Accomodations for Applicants form.

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