Inventory Revaluation/Devaluation Senior Analyst

Overview

In this role you will manage inventory valuation governance and centralize the valuation process to support financial reporting and monthly closings. You will ensure consistency between physical stock and accounting records across global Barilla operations and participate in periodic inventories with internal plants, warehouses, and external partners. You will optimize FIFO/LIFO postings and coordinate with auditors and statutory reporting to strengthen inventory representation in financial statements. This position combines analytical rigor with cross-functional collaboration in a long-established global food company.

Responsabilità

• Ensure FIFO postings for managerial and statutory reporting across materials and finished goods
• Support year-end LIFO valuation for Barilla G. e R. Fratelli S.p.A.
• Oversee accounting for subcontracting materials, mill production, and semi-finished goods (sauces focus)
• Ensure proper cost center maintenance activities impacting costs and investments
• Reconcile SAP R/3 data with inventory reports for COGS materials
• Manage labour cost allocation for production cost centers and cross-area hours
• Perform annual physical inventory controls at various sites and external partners
• Manage inventory allowances via monthly reviews of blocked materials
• Provide inventory and production cost data to external auditors including variance analyses
• Support monthly/annual ISTAT and Unionfood data submissions with production data by category

Requisiti fondamentali

• University degree in Economics or similar
• At least 2 years of experience in Administration or Finance
• Fluency English
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint); advanced Excel skills are a plus
• Team player with ability to build solid relationships
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to data accuracy
• Ability to manage complex processes and ensure data consistency
• Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve data issues
• Focus on quality, control and deadlines
• Clear and effective communication
• Results-oriented and proactive approach
• Ability to work in complex and international environments
• Willingness to travel often for short periods to assure physical inventory inspections
• teamwork
• analytical thinking
• proactive communication
• SAP R/3
• Excel
• PowerPoint