Operations Financial Analyst, Inventory

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging. Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care. Description Overview Perrigo is looking to bring on a new Operations Finance Analyst to their team located in Grand Rapid, MI or Allegan, MI. The Analyst will sit within one of Perrigo's manufacturing plants. The Operations Finance Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, reporting, and reconciling our consolidated inventory. They will manage our cycle count policy and work closely with our internal and external auditors. They will also provide analysis of information to help support decision making processes. Scope of the Role • Develops inventory analysis reports and analyzes variances, reconciles inventory accounts to the general ledger, prepares monthly journal entries as needed. • Prepares monthly reconciliations • Manages Cycle Count Policy. Works closely with warehouse personnel, internal and external auditors to comply with SOX regulations. • Coordinates multiple internal and external site visits in completion of review requirements. • Serves as liaison between internal and external auditors, draft responses stemming from audit outcomes. • Provides financial leadership and coordination of operational value stream financial planning, budget and forecast functions related to inventory activities. • Ensures accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles. Acts as financial partner to OPS US management, provides data to support continuous improvement, tracks metrics, holds accountability, etc. • Works with sites and management to summarize and communicate periodic and quarterly results. • Analyzes inventory obsolescence and derives inventory reserves required by business area. Identifies inventory at risk and creates reserves as needed. • Assists in multiple year end and other period end processes, ad hoc analysis and reports. Experience Required • Must possess strong knowledge of managerial accounting with a good understanding of manufacturing processes. • Requires strong analytical skills and strong computer skills with familiarity with SAP, Excel, BPC AO, and Crystal Reports strongly preferred. • Excellent communication skills are necessary. • Must be self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently to meet deadlines and be willing to work additional or flexible hours as needed. • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is essential. • These skills are acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance combined with five plus years of manufacturing accounting experience. Benefits We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally. Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo. Hybrid Working Approach We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles. We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English. Thank you. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo