Finance Analyst, Inventory Accounting - Billing

The Finance Analyst position is part of the Inventory Accounting team under Sherwin Business Services (SBS).

This role is not hybrid/remote and will report to our Global Headquarters located in Cleveland, OH.

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Manage the Store Etrac Process (Returns & Freight Claims):
  • Ensure the timely review and processing of store returns and freight claims (IBARs) through the Etrac system.
  • Work with Plants, DSCs, Transportation, Stores as well as the Inventory Accounting areas in NOAM to resolve issues/discrepancies.
  • Prepare a monthly reconciliation of activity in the IBAR holding account.

  • Review rejected carrier claims from Transportation to determine proper distribution.

• Participate in the Month-End Close process by compiling and submitting Journal Vouchers to be loaded into the General Ledger, as well as completing balance sheet account reconciliations.
• This position will contribute during the various Inventory periods by leading the review of Closing Report adjustments. Validation of generated Closing Reports, assigning Closing Reports to team members, answering questions from the Store Billing team, and providing the Store Billing Supervisor with reporting and updates on the progress of the reviews.
• This position will provide support to Inventory Management by supplying financial reporting as needed, contributing to ad hoc projects, and assisting in special projects which enhance the current processes of the department or company.
• This position will regularly answer questions or troubleshoot issues pertaining to IBAR's and Internal Billing entries.
• Typical support will be provided to store and field personnel but may also include various Headquarter departments.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
  

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• MBA or pursuing MBA
• CPA or pursuing CPA

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 1+ years of Accounting, Auditing, or Finance experience.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines, especially during month-end close.
• Problem-solving abilities to identify discrepancies, suggest improvements, and reduce manual entries/adjustments.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of AP/MMS Oracle, and the store Inventory process.
• Transactional Lean Certification

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Strong knowledge and experience with Excel
• Clear and concise communication in verbal and written form
• Strong analytical skills
• General accounting knowledge

Preferred:

• Strong knowledge or experience with Etrac and Microstrategy

Travel: 10%