Senior Data Analyst, Finance

Signet Jewelers

. Analyze and report on inventory balances, inventory reserves, gross margin, and COGS .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, inventory management, and reporting, with a strong focus on COGS and inventory valuation. Proficient in developing advanced SQL queries and utilizing financial reporting tools to drive insights and process improvements.

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Financial AnalysisInventory ManagementAdvanced SQL QueriesUS GAAP KnowledgeERP Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingCost AccountingVariance AnalysisData AnalysisKPI DevelopmentBudgetingForecastingJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationAnalytical Modeling

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsAttention to DetailCollaborationRelationship BuildingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ExcelTableauAlteryxPower BISAP

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMA

Industry Keywords

InventoryCOGSRetailWholesaleE-commerceSOX ComplianceFinancial Process ImprovementsOperational InefficienciesPricing GridsCosting Data

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and report on inventory balances, inventory reserves, gross margin, and COGS
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc financial reports
Assist with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
Support forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and KPIs
Collaborate with operations teams to resolve physical inventory discrepancies
Analyze inventory transactions, roll-forwards, cost variances, and obsolescence reserves
Partner with supply chain and operations teams on COGS reporting and inventory valuation
Provide insights on inventory turnover, shrinkage, and operational inefficiencies
Maintain pricing grids and costing data infrastructure
Develop advanced SQL queries and data pipelines across multiple systems
Build analytical models and improve automation and reporting standardization
Identify and implement financial process improvements
Support workflow and tool design for inventory management and financial reporting
Partner with supply chain, operations, accounting, IT, and ERP teams
Prepare audit documentation and support SOX compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics
Minimum 3–5 years of financial analysis and accounting experience, preferably in inventory, COGS, or related field
CPA or CMA certification is a plus
Experience in retail, wholesale, or e-commerce environments is highly desirable
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, focused on inventory and COGS accounting
Hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP preferred
Experience with financial reporting tools
Advanced analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data and recommend actions
Strong proficiency in Excel
Experience with Tableau, Alteryx, and/or Power BI
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
Ability to build relationships across departments and work collaboratively
Comfort working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance active on day 1 of employment
401(k) matching after one year
Paid time off
Seven holidays
Employee discounts on premium merchandise
Learning & Development programs