Accounting Analyst, Merchandise Payables

About the role

We are seeking an analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive Accounting Analyst to join our Finance & Controllers team. This is an exciting opportunity for a team member looking to deepen their financial acumen and make a significant impact on our operational efficiency. In this role, you will take ownership of critical Merchandise Accounts Payable processes, serving as a key bridge between our external vendors, internal merchandising teams, and management. You will go beyond routine processing to conduct root-cause analyses, perform data mining (utilizing SQL and Excel), and identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce business costs. This position offers excellent cross-functional visibility and the chance to lead impactful projects that directly contribute to our bottom line.

Responsibilities

• Lead Merchandise AP tasks and manage end-to-end vendor and merchandise team inquiries.
• Analyze and resolve complex vendor issues, providing timely communication and reporting to management.
• Utilize SQL and Excel to mine key data, build reports, and develop actionable metrics.
• Perform root-cause analyses and implement initiatives to streamline processes and reduce costs.
• Work cross-functionally with various departments and multiple levels of management.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of proven experience in Accounts Payable, Finance, or a related field.
• Knowledge of fundamental accounting procedures and principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Operations Management, or equivalent (Preferred).
• Intermediate SQL/querying skills and intermediate-to-advanced Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) proficiency.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and critical thinking abilities coupled with basic accounting knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adaptability, high organization, and a proactive drive to learn.
• Proactive in setting goals and achieving results, taking on new initiatives.

Why this role?

• Take ownership of key AP processes and lead critical merchandise accounting projects.
• Collaborate with various business units and multiple levels of leadership across the company.
• Enhance your data-querying (SQL) and advanced reporting/metrics capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Term life insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays (eight paid holidays for eligible associates).
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise.
• Additional compensation for store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday.

For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com.

Pay

USD $48,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 / year.