Accounting Analyst - Inventory Control

About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

Accounting Analyst, Inventory Control

About the role
The Inventory Control Analyst ensures accurate inventory reporting across multiple brands by maintaining the integrity of the stock ledger and its alignment with the general ledger. This role involves analyzing discrepancies at store and distribution center levels, processing inventory adjustments, and supporting physical inventory activities. The analyst partners with Distribution Center and IT teams to resolve system-related issues, performs month-end close activities, and supports audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.

The impact you can have

• Month-End Close (30%)

• • Prepare and post journal entries related to inventory.

  • Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations.

  • Support internal, external, and annual bank audits; maintain SOX compliance.

• Physical Inventory Management (20%)

• • Set up and manage cycle counts in SAP and/or RMS.

  • Research and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and system data.

  • Apply results and report findings to brand teams.

• Operational Support (25%)

• • Provide daily assistance to stores, brands, IT, and Shared Services Group (SSG).

  • Resolve inventory-related issues promptly.

• Reporting (10%)

• • Prepare and distribute weekly stock ledger reports.

  • Analyze impact on Initial Markup (IMU).

• Ad Hoc Tasks (15%)

• • Generate custom reports and attend cross-functional meetings.

  • Support accounts receivable tasks for mark-out-of-stock inventory sold externally

What you’ll bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

• Strong analytical skills with ability to manage large data sets.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

• High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Retail inventory control experience preferred.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); SAP and RMS experience a plus.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid remote schedule and manage multiple priorities

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.

• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k) retirement*

• Time off - Paid time off, sick time & holidays*

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  Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

This position works on-site 4 days per week worked at the KnitWell Group office in Etna, OH (SE suburb of Columbus) and has Friday as a "flex" day with early dismissal offered at 3 pm.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

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Location:

Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.