Sr. Data Analyst, Finance (REMOTE)

Overview

This role supports financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities focused on inventory accounting, cost of goods sold (COGS), and overall financial performance within a diamond sourcing division. The Senior Data Analyst will maintain accurate financial reporting, improve visibility into key metrics, and support decision-making processes. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Finance, this position collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management, gross margin, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report on key financial metrics including inventory balances, inventory reserves, gross margin, and COGS; identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc financial reports to support management decisions
• Assist with month-end close activities such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses related to inventory and COGS
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis with actionable insights into operational and financial performance
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and KPIs to enhance visibility into financial and operational results
• Collaborate with operations teams to maintain physical inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Analyze inventory transactions including roll-forwards, cost variances, and obsolescence reserves
• Partner with supply chain and operations to ensure accurate COGS reporting and inventory valuation
• Provide insights on inventory turnover, shrinkage, and operational inefficiencies with recommendations for improvement
• Manage pricing and costing data infrastructure, maintain pricing grids, and integrate data sources to support costing teams
• Develop advanced SQL queries and data pipelines to consolidate datasets for scalable analysis and consistent reporting
• Build analytical models, improve automation and standardization, and ensure timely, accurate operational and financial data for leadership
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial workflows and enhance data accuracy
• Support design of workflows and tools to improve inventory management and financial reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices aligned with corporate objectives
• Serve as a trusted business partner to supply chain, operations, and accounting departments by providing financial insights and recommendations
• Prepare documentation for internal and external audits and ensure compliance with SOX controls
• Work with IT and ERP teams to optimize systems for financial and inventory reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics
• 3-5 years of financial analysis and accounting experience, preferably in inventory, COGS, or related fields
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus
• Experience in retail, wholesale, or e-commerce environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP with focus on inventory and COGS accounting
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial reporting tools
• Advanced analytical skills with ability to interpret complex data and recommend actions
• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, and/or Power BI
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting findings to senior stakeholders
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
• Ability to build strong cross-departmental relationships and collaborate effectively
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000 (base pay varies by geographic region, internal equity, knowledge, skills, and experience)
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance effective from day one
• Generous 401(k) matching after one year
• Paid time off plus seven holidays
• Employee discounts on premium merchandise
• Learning and development programs to support career growth

Location

Not specified in the original description.