Associate Finance Analyst, Inventory Accounting

This position will be responsible for overseeing the processing and resolving of internal invoices as well as billing adjustments (IBAR’s) in a timely and accurate manner for all stores. Billing adjustments will include shipping discrepancies, pricing discrepancies, returns, carrier claims, and transfers. Key functions of this position will include processing auto-ships to stores, establishing store promotional pricing, resolving questions and issues as they arise from the field and headquarters, generating Store Billing reporting, and assisting Management in improving overall processes regarding MMS Purchasing (Oracle), Store Billing, IBAR’s, and Inventory.  This position could also be involved in distributing work for billing processors/interns and training new employees. This position will play a key role for Physical Inventory in ensuring the accuracy of the book inventory for all stores including timing differences for billing and credits to the stores for both the external and internal processes to minimize store inventory shrink/pickup. In addition, this position will be involved with regular ad hoc reviews requested by management.  Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments. This role is not hybrid or remote and is located at our Cleveland, OH office.  At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable. Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:WORK DISTRIBUTION/TRAINING/LEAD Train employees on the Invoice and IBAR processes. Create, distribute, and manage review files. Provide closing report specific training to individuals in the group.  FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Perform various month end responsibilities Process adjustment files to stores. Validate high dollar external receipts not billed. Review balance sheet reconciling items. Prepare journal entries where needed. Review external invoices to determine if properly coded to inventory or if need taken to shrink expense. Process auto-shipments to stores. Establish Store Promotional pricing. Perform ad-hoc reviews where needed to assist overall team goals.  OVERSEE AND REVIEW AND PROCESS BILLING ADJUSTMENTS Verifying proof of delivery from DSC/plant Ensure the timely processing of shipping discrepancies, returns, carrier claims, and transfers. Ensure costs and quantities on billing transactions are accurate. Review internal transactions kickout reports. Review potential duplicate external receipts.   PARTICIPATE IN PHYSICAL INVENTORY REVIEWS Work with stores to verify the accuracy of closing reports for the physical inventory process for external and internal vendors.  STORE CORRESPONDENT Field calls from stores relating to Store Billing processes. Research field questions submitted via Factfinder.  IDENTIFY AREAS FOR PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS. Review current processes and offer suggestions to enhance these processes to maximize efficiencies POSITION REQUIREMENTS FORMAL EDUCATION:Required:  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.   Preferred: 1+ year(s) of experience in finance or accounting. Finance internship experience.  KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Required: Business and/or office experience Proficient in Microsoft Excel Organized and meets deadlines Good interpersonal skills  Preferred: Prior experience within an inventory accounting type of position. Prior Store Division experience. Prior audit experience. Working knowledge of Accounts Payable and/or Billing systems. Working knowledge of PSG POS, AOM, Oracle, MicroStrategy, and Business ObjectsTECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Required: Strong Microsoft Excel Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail and the ability to multitask Periodical work outside the standard office 7.5-hour workday may be required. TRAVEL: 10%

Created: 2026-01-26