Inventory Analyst, Finance Team

Established in 2017, trü frü rapidly ascended the “permissible indulgence” space as a Utah-based company selling one-of-a-kind “better for you” Hyper-Chilled and Hyper-Dried real fruit immersed in premium chocolate to retail outlets nationwide. Winning Most Innovative New Product in 2019 and 2022 in the sweets and snacks categories and climbing the fruit-based snack industry chart at an astounding growth rate, trü frü joined the Mars family of brands in February 2023. We are on a mission to build a legacy with trüly remarkable people who can create something special for generations to come! 

As the Inventory Analyst you will support the team by taking ownership of critical controls and processes around inventory management which includes accounting for inventory operations, performance of analytical activities, creation and maintenance of reporting schedules for inventory and products, as well as assistance with period-end close processes and general ledger accuracy for inventory related accounts. You will be part of the company's accounting team who manages period-end close processes, internal management reporting, external financial reporting, and the annual audit in compliance with GAAP standards and day-to-day accounting operations.

What you will do

• Ensure appropriate inventory valuation and costing of all products in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist in Month-end closing, inventory & BS account reconciliations and analyze inventory valuation and cost variances.
• Review the accuracy and investigate issues with transactions relating to purchase orders, inventory receipts, inventory fulfillment, co-manufacturer inventory reports, supply chain invoices, warehouse inventory adjustments, inventory counts and other records impacting inventory in the general ledger.
• Analyze cost accounting data and assist with cycle count / physical inventories as needed.
• Prepare ad hoc schedules routinely and as requested for internal and parent-level reporting requirements.
• Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects related to inventory and fulfillment operations, including preparation of schedules and reconciliations in connection with financial statement audits and regulatory filings.
• Assist with and ensure successful audits related to the inventory process.
• Perform variance analysis such as Purchase Price to Cost variance, Invoice to PO price variances and work order variances.

• Able to extract pertinent data from ERP system or other sources to support above duties, comfortable working with large data sets.
• A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment.
• Able to consistently exhibit high qualities in interactions with employees at all levels of the organization, vendors, customers and others.
• Capable of performing other duties as assigned by Management.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Finance or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• 2+ years of experience in inventory accounting, analysis control and warehousing operational processes.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles including balance sheet and GL.
• Ability to have an innovative and dynamic approach to work.
• High ethical standards.
• A commitment to quality and to developing and maintaining strong internal controls.  

• CPA

Please state your salary expectations in your application. trü frü intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay is one part of the total rewards that trü frü provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. trü frü provides a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.

• Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package!
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family’s needs.
• Long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K retirement saving opportunity.
• Casual office dress code
• A dynamic, ambitious, indulgently fun work environment!

At trü frü, we are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. trü frü is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know. 

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