Sr. Accountant

Inventory and Cost Accounting Position

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and reconcile inventory balances, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

Perform monthly inventory and cost-related account reconciliations; research and resolve variances

Analyze inventory movements, usage, and adjustments to ensure accurate costing

Support standard cost updates, inventory roll-forwards, and periodic physical inventory counts

Prepare journal entries related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and production activity

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities

Support audits by providing documentation and analysis related to inventory and cost accounts

Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to address inventory discrepancies and process improvements

Qualifications &

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

2–5 years of accounting experience, with a focus on cost or inventory accounting preferred

Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment strongly preferred

Experience with Great Plains (GP) and/or SAP highly desirable

Technical

Skills:

Intermediate Excel skills required (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis)

Strong account reconciliation and variance analysis skills

ERP system experience required; GP or SAP preferred

Competencies:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Clear communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally