Inventory Analytics & Forecasting Specialist

TQR Consultancy Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Long-service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

TQR Consultancy Ltd in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Inventory Accountant to join its Head Office team. The role focuses on detailed analysis of inventory performance, stock ageing, trends and discrepancies, and translating insights into actionable recommendations.

You will work with purchasing, merchandising, supply chain and distribution centres to improve purchasing efficiency, strengthen controls and maximise profitability, while maintaining UK GAAP compliance.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant status or equivalent experience.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills essential.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Experience with ERP and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed analysis of inventory KPIs, including stock levels, ageing and trends, with clear commentary and recommendations to support management decision‑making.
• Analyse complex inventory data to identify trends, risks and opportunities, translating findings into actionable insight for purchasing, merchandising and senior stakeholders.
• Investigate and identify the root causes of inventory discrepancies, quantify their financial impact and recommend corrective action to minimise stock losses across sites and distribution centres.
• Develop forecasting and trend models to anticipate potential inventory issues and support future purchasing decisions.
• Present financial and inventory insights to non‑finance stakeholders through clear, concise and data‑driven communication.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Part-qualified accountant

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

TQR Consultancy Ltd in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Inventory Accountant to join its Head Office team. The role focuses on detailed analysis of inventory performance, stock ageing, trends and discrepancies, and translating insights into actionable recommendations.

You will work with purchasing, merchandising, supply chain and distribution centres to improve purchasing efficiency, strengthen controls and maximise profitability, while maintaining UK GAAP compliance.