Senior accountant, Revenue Accounting and Systems

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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.

As a senior accountant supporting the Revenue Accounting and System accounting function, you will have the opportunity to be part of an incredible team that supports our growing and complex global business. This individual contributor will support Starbucks business through accurate revenue recognition, account reconciliations, contract and transaction review, financial controls, and compliance activities. The team partners closely with finance, business operations, technology, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting while helping drive process improvements that support a growing and evolving business.

As a senior accountant, you will…

Support month and quarter end close – You will be responsible for month-end and quarter-end close activities, perform financial analysis, and ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, and compliant with company policies and applicable accounting standards. You will partner across the organization to identify and resolve accounting issues and reconcile items across business units.

Support complex accounting matters and business transactions – You will contribute to the accounting and reporting for a variety of strategic and operational activities, including review contracts, promotions, programs, and business initiatives to assess revenue accounting impacts and support appropriate accounting conclusions.

Partner across a global organization – You will collaborate with finance, business operations, tax, treasury, technology, and external service providers to support a variety of accounting, reporting, and business initiatives.

Execute and strengthen internal controls – You will ensure compliance with SOX, revenue recognition requirements, and corporate accounting policies. Support internal and external audit activities and provide accounting research and analysis as needed.

Drive process improvements – Through data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled tools that enhance efficiency, reporting, scalability, and decision-making. Develop process documentation, training materials, and best practices that support consistent execution and broader adoption of improved tools and processes across the accounting team.

Train and coach others – Provide guidance and informal leadership to accounting team members while helping elevate team capabilities and knowledge sharing. You may lead or support special projects.

Enjoy working on an energetic, fun team and have a clear ability to drive the business forward as part of a highly collaborative team, while acting in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

We’dloveto hear from people with:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA, CPA candidate, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
• Experience supporting revenue accounting, contract review, billing, deferred revenue, loyalty or promotional programs, or high-volume transaction environments.
• Experience with ERP and financial systems such as Oracle, Blackline, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Experience with data analytics, reporting, automation, and AI-enabled tools such as Anaplan, Incorta, Power BI, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365…