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RELEVANT CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
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Bryce Butler

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Altar’d State, excelling in merchandise planning and financial analysis. Proven track record in optimizing inventory management and enhancing sales performance through data-driven strategies. Skilled in advanced Excel and cross-functional collaboration, consistently delivering results that align with organizational goals. A proactive team player committed to excellence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Merchandise Planner

Altar’d State
Knoxville, TN
01.2024 - Current
  • Focused on all departments within statements division, emphasizing footwear and jewelry
  • Created pre-season plans emphasizing measurable goals tailored to guest behavior.
    Sustained merchandise availability in rapidly changing market by monitoring daily sales trends.
    Adapted inventory levels promptly in response to fluctuating sales data.
  • Overseen inventory management to maintain optimal turn rates across an average of 200 unique styles at all times. Strategically managed sales planning for consistent style-level performance enhancement.
  • Administered weekly markdown pricing and operations for the total company, in efforts to support targeted sell-through goals and attain maximum gross margin dollars.
  • Managed weekly promotional campaigns aimed at driving sales and maintaining targeted sell-through percentages across all departments.
  • Ran the replenishment process weekly for multiple departments, totaling approximately $600K in product, ranging around 325 styles weekly.
  • Trained team members on inventory management practices and merchandising standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product selection and presentation.
  • Analyzed inventory trends to optimize merchandise assortment and placement.
  • Managed stock levels through effective replenishment strategies and forecasting methods.

Financial Analyst

Altar’d State
Knoxville, TN
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed home office budget and forecasts to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Facilitated monthly meetings with business partners to align departmental strategies.
  • Supported month-end close processes to enhance reporting efficiency.
  • Developed tracking processes for Special Purpose entities to streamline compliance.
  • Established Capex tracking and management procedures to optimize resource allocation.
  • Reported directly to the CFO on a weekly basis regarding various reports and forecasting analytics.
  • Conducted research into industry-specific market conditions and competitor analysis.
  • Created over 4 pro formas for potential business acquisitions and advancements.

FP&A Intern

UPC Insurance
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supported monthly accounting close process by preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Assisted in optimizing P&L/ Balance Sheet financial models as a part of the quarterly forecasting process.
  • Aided in preparation of the company’s SEC filings (i.e., 10-k, 10-Q and other SEC filings as required) and helped in the preparation for the company’s press releases.

Accounting Assistant

Virtual Bookkeepers and Consulting Inc.
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • File and organize over 100 financial documents for various businesses per day.
  • Utilize attention to detail to prepare 1 tax return per day for businesses and individuals.
  • Interact with 5 clients a day to answer questions and concerns.

Manager

Katie’s Korner Ice Cream
Warren, OH
09.2018 - 12.2020

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft office 365 (Advanced excel skills), Pivot tables,
  • Island Pacific, Salesforce, SAP (newly integrated), Workday
  • Data analysis, Problem solving, Critical thinking, Interpersonal skills, Marketing, and Time management
  • Cross-functional collaboration and a true team player

RELEVANT CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

  • Sector Analyst, Golden Flash Asset Management Group, Kent, OH January 2022- May 2023
  • Chancellor, Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity, Kent, OH January 2021- May 2023

Timeline

Assistant Merchandise Planner

Altar’d State
01.2024 - Current

Financial Analyst

Altar’d State
07.2023 - 01.2024

FP&A Intern

UPC Insurance
05.2022 - 08.2022

Accounting Assistant

Virtual Bookkeepers and Consulting Inc.
11.2020 - 05.2021

Manager

Katie’s Korner Ice Cream
09.2018 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

Kent State University
Bryce Butler