Accounting Analyst - Inventory Management

JCPenney; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Associate discount

Job summary

Catalyst Brands in Salt Lake City is seeking an analytical Inventory Management Analyst to own month-end close, analyze discrepancies, and partner with IT on system enhancements. The role emphasizes internal controls, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous process improvement.

The position supports a hybrid work environment, requires 1–3 years of accounting experience, and offers a path to develop financial acumen within a Shared Services setting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional accounting, accounts payable, corporate finance, or related operational experience.
• Solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles, financial reporting procedures, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience creating, maintaining, or updating data queries and financial reporting tools.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs).

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day management accounting processes, including month-end close activities, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Research, analyze, and resolve financial discrepancies and perform root-cause analysis to implement improvements.
• Lead or support accounting projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs; partner with IT on system enhancements and policy compliance.
• Build and maintain cross-functional relationships with Finance, Tax, Audit, FP&A, Merchandise Planning & Allocation, and Supply Chain.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reporting, metrics, and forecasting templates for leadership decisions.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on core accounting tools and processes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive Inventory Management Analyst to join our Finance Shared Services Organization in Salt Lake City. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional looking to deepen their financial acumen, take ownership of core accounting processes, and make a significant impact on our operational efficiency. You'll report directly to the Accounting Manager in a hybrid work environment.

This role takes ownership of month-end close activities, researching financial discrepancies, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and building strong cross-functional partnerships. This role is ideal for a collaborative analyst looking to combine accounting fundamentals and financial discipline with operational business partnering in a Shared Services environment.

Responsibilities

Operational Accounting Close:

• Own day-to-day management accounting processes, including month-end/fiscal close activities, preparing journal entries, and completing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Execute, monitor, and maintain key financial and accounting controls to ensure compliance with internal corporate policies.

Discrepancy Analysis & Issue Resolution:

• Research, analyze, and resolve complex financial discrepancies, performing thorough root-cause analysis to implement sustainable process improvements.
• Identify, resolve, and elevate critical accounting issues to management when appropriate.

Process Optimization & Projects:

• Lead or support specific accounting projects, process improvements, and business initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Partner with IT regarding system enhancements, software implementations, and technical issue resolution to ensure seamless policy compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional business partners across the company, including Finance, Tax, Audit, Financial Planning, Merchandise Planning & Allocation, and Supply Chain.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments and multiple levels of management, providing clear accounting guidance and support.

Reporting, Metrics & Forecasting:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reporting, operational metrics, and analysis templates to assist leadership decision-making.

Team Development:

• Provide guidance, training, and support to team members and assist in the onboarding of new associates on core accounting tools and processes.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a closely related field is preferred.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of professional accounting, Accounts Payable, corporate finance, or related operational experience is preferred.

Accounting Knowledge:

• Solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles, financial reporting procedures, and account reconciliation processes.

Technical Skills:

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data formatting).
• Experience creating, maintaining, or updating data queries and financial reporting tools.

Core Competencies:

• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Superb interpersonal skills with the ability to interface effectively with cross-functional teams and various levels of management.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment; highly detailed and organized with strong time-management skills.

Mindset:

• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented; eager to learn, take ownership, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while building a career with Catalyst Brands.

What You Get

• If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match.
• All associates are eligible for an associate discount on Catalyst Brands merchandise.
• For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year.
• All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation.

www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

About Catalyst

Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Five iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style.

We leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.

Working at Catalyst means joining a dedicated team of associates who are encouraged to be uniquely themselves in a safe, caring and welcoming environment. It is a place where careers prosper, accomplishments are celebrated and diversity flourishes. It’s a place that’s meant for you.

For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.

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Pay Range

USD $48,000.00 - USD $63,000.00 /Yr.