Overview

Lead Analyst - Inventory Accounting

About Catalyst Brands

Catalyst Brands is a leading U.S. retail company formed through the merger of JCPenney and SPARC Group. We bring together iconic names such as Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand, Nautica, and

JCPenney under one powerful platform. With nearly 1,800 stores, a strong e-commerce presence, and a customer base of over 60 million, we are redefining modern retail through scale, innovation, and heritage. Backed by industry leaders, Catalyst Brands offers a dynamic environment where talent can thrive and help shape the future of fashion and retail

Responsibilities

Analyze, resolve, and communicate findings for complex inventory issues

Develop, implement, and conduct projects and analysis to improve accuracy and reporting related to inventory accounting

Assists in review of account reconciliations including research and analysis on reconciling items.

Assists other team members in data investigation, reporting, and analysis as needed including recommendations for process improvement

Utilize resources to identify issues, solve problems, and implement solutions with little to no supervision

Solves and escalates issues to management in a simple and actionable format.

Performs complex data mining, analytics, and query creation

Perform root cause analysis and streamline processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs





Work cross-functionally to resolve issues including across other areas of the company

Identifies and solves issues with limited/ambiguous parameters

Core Competencies & Qualifications

Excellent critical thinking, analytical and decision-making skills

Solid interpersonal and communication skills

Intermediate to advanced ability with Microsoft Office Tools, including Excel

Intermediate knowledge of SQL and other querying tools

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work independently

Ability to work in an ambiguous, complex, challenging and fast-paced environment

Ability to lead teams and own end-to-end assigned initiatives and projects

Detailed and organized to prioritize work effectively

Exhibits ability to identify and prevent potential errors with attention to detail

Ability to identify and analyze trends with a focus on identifying root cause to streamline processes

Ability to learn and understand the usage of automation tools.

Ability to leverage AI tools to automate tasks.

Proficiency in data analysis and ability to familiarize with machine learning.

Experience/Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/ finance/ commerce

6-8 years of experience in Inventory, Finance, or related field (Required)

Certificate on latest Finance technology tools would be preferred

Lean and Six sigma background would be added advantage

Pay Range

INR ₹0.00 - INR ₹0.00 /Yr.

📌 Finance Lead Analyst (Bengaluru)
🏢 Catalyst Brands India
📍 Bengaluru