Inventory Cost Analyst: Optimize Costs & Inventory Insights

Acro Service Corp; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 77,145; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail analyst firm is seeking an Operations Analyst for a 12-month contract in Rosemont, IL. The ideal candidate will manage inventory costing processes, oversee accuracy in financial reporting, and collaborate with teams on inventory control. The role requires 3+ years in a relevant position, strong skills in ERP and Excel, and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. This position offers an hourly pay of $56 and operates on a hybrid schedule, from Tuesday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a relevant role in the retail industry.
• Strong understanding of inventory costing methods and principles.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory costing processes and valuation.
• Conduct analyses of inventory transactions for accuracy.
• Collaborate with teams to reconcile physical inventory.

Skills

Inventory costing methods

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)

Inventory management principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Inventory management software

Job description

A leading retail analyst firm is seeking an Operations Analyst for a 12-month contract in Rosemont, IL. The ideal candidate will manage inventory costing processes, oversee accuracy in financial reporting, and collaborate with teams on inventory control. The role requires 3+ years in a relevant position, strong skills in ERP and Excel, and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. This position offers an hourly pay of $56 and operates on a hybrid schedule, from Tuesday to Saturday.