As a member of the Finance Business Technology group, the SeniorInventorySystems Analyst is responsible for supporting the financial and warehousing systems.
This position uses their prior experience within a distribution centre environment to resolve issues, design and run queries, reports, and analytics in response to requests by end users and provide training on systems as required.
This position is also responsible for representing finance on various information technology projects such as a new warehouse management system (WMS) as well as system upgrades.This position will build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with relevant stakeholders such as Information Technology, Finance & Accounting, Supply Chain, and other business teams as required. Key ResponsibilitiesPerform inventory reconciliations between financial system (NAV) and WMS system (Manhattan)Provide systems support to the finance team, particularly Inventory Accounting group, with inventory subsystems and related integrations into the financial management system and to the Distribution Centre teamSupport the development of integrations between the new WMS systems and the Financial Management system including gathering end user requirements, collaboration with other Business Analysts on the design, writing test scripts and performing testing of the final solutions.Troubleshoot, investigate, and solve operation system issues as they relate to financial transactions and informationCollaborate and build strong relationships with Business Partners and Cross-functional team members.Understand Finance requirements from an inventory accounting, costing and control perspective to ensure these requirements are met on project initiatives and to ensure that overall business objectives are met.Document processes and standard operating procedures and training users as requiredIdentify opportunities for process improvement and communicate recommendations to members of cross functional teams and managementSkills, Experience, Education, CertificationsCPA designation is strongly preferredAn accounting designation, degree in business, or a related field is requiredA minimum of 4-5 years of experience in accounting roles with an emphasis on inventory processes, costing and accounting, preferably in supply chainExperience with a warehouse management system is requiredExperience or familiarity with technologies and best practices in a distribution centre environmentExperience in implementing, integrating, and working with Financial Management Systems for a mid-sized company (Microsoft Dynamics NAV, or related) is preferredExperience in contributing to multiple project initiatives and delivering results in fast paced environmentWorking knowledge of SQL, Tableau and Microsoft Access is preferredStrong proficiency in standard end-user computing tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio or equivalentExcel Power User in data analysis and detailed data summarizationCompetenciesGood communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skillsTeam player that works well with counterparts from various departments and can influence the work of the overall team.Highly motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership, responsibility, attention to detail and demonstrated track record in managing multiple projects and tasks concurrently in tight timelinesSelf-starter with the ability to work independently as well as with others to meet project goals and timelinesCreative thinker, able to identify areas for improvement and communicate recommendations to managementCritical/logical thinker, capable of identifying the root cause of problems, considering alternatives from a variety of perspectives, and assessing the best solution in the given situationAble to evaluate process changes and document business requirements in a clear and concise manner for IT developersPositive and helpful attitude, maintaining user confidence in the company’s systemsDetail oriented, highly analytical, and inquisitiveOrganized with strong time-management skillsAbility to work well under pressureUndisputed integrity, personal, and business ethics#CORPHIRE PET VALU MarkhamOntario
