Senior Financial Analyst, Inventory Control - IT Avalon

Pleasanton, CA 94588

About the Job

The Inventory Control Sr. Financial Analyst will be responsible for providing detailed analysis of complex inventory related results, models and ad-hoc inquiries. The Inventory Control Financial Analyst will report to the Senior Manager, Inventory Control and will be responsible for developing, enhancing and managing new and current (i.e. In-Store) models, quarterly Board analysis, and completing a wide range of ad hoc analyses for Executives and other business partners.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lead the updating and enhancing of the weekly In-Store inventory model. Work closely with business partners to solicit inputs including sales, allocation metrics, DC production, etc. Provide impact analysis on in-store inventory and other key metrics due to the weekly results and forecast changes.

Prepare monthly Merchant Margin to Gross Margin variance analysis. Prepare quarterly Gross Margin and Inventory Board variance analysis identifying business drivers for variances.

Perform complex ad-hoc analysis on key inventory metrics (inventory, markdowns, sales) based on business needs or management requests. Clearly articulate the results and business impacts to all levels of management.

Collaborate with business partners (ie Store & DC Ops) to drive understanding and/or improvement in operational metrics that correlate to improved data integrity.

Evaluate internal reporting and make recommendations regarding improvements in timeliness, efficiency, and accuracy of existing reporting procedures.

Lead system projects, modifications, enhancements and implementations including requirements documentation and testing.

COMPETENCIES:
List 4-8 competencies for the position.

Analysis and judgment	Problem Solving
Business Acumen	Results Driven
Planning and Organization	Adaptability
Technical Skills	Communication

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

BS degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting; MBA a plus

Minimum 5 years of related experience in an analytical role

Retail and inventory experience a plus

Strong analytical ability must be able to synthesize data, be able to error check and reconcile own work and be able to design analysis to answer specific questions

Strong excel and word skills, as well as ability to learn multiple back end software applications (i.e. MicroStrategy, Hyperion, Peoplesoft Financial Systems)

Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and handle matters professionally

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

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Source : IT Avalon

Senior Financial Analyst, Inventory Control - IT Avalon

Pleasanton, CA 94588

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