Inventory Accounting Supervisor

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Bayport, MN:
Oak Park Heights, MNtime type:
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R-3445
** ANDERSEN CORPORATION

SUMMARY:

** At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.
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* JOB DESCRIPTION:

**** SUMMARY
* * As the Inventory Accounting Supervisor with Andersen Corporation, you will have direct oversight of cost and inventory accounting functions to ensure compliance and to establish and maintain accounting principles, practices, and procedures. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the cost and inventory accounting department including but not limited to developing, interpreting, and implementing the timely and accurate complex accounting, analysis, planning, and reporting activities related to cost and inventory.

In addition, this role provides strategic recommendations for management and leads projects to implement changes within the cost and inventory accounting department. This role also involves the ability to develop and maintain collaborative and effective relationships with cross functional teams across the Enterprise. The Inventory Accounting Supervisor reports to the Cost and Inventory Accounting Manager.
** PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Lead, oversee, and participate in (when necessary) the daily operations of the inventory accounting function, including period and year-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, inventory additions, disposals, transfers, cost calculations, and other cost and inventory processes while providing direction on effective methods and processes. (30%)
* Supervise, mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals by providing guidance, coaching, training and educational opportunities, and performance feedback.  (20%)
* Assist in developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation of inventory accounting policies, procedures, and controls. Recommend to management any updates to accounting policies related to cost and inventory. (10%)
* Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and integrity of system data. Lead the discipline of maintaining financial data integrity and internal controls. (10%)
* Recommend process and system improvements (simplification and standardization) to maximize operational efficiency. Focus on best practices to keep pace with the needs of the business and manage the implementation of new processes and controls. (10%)
* Responsible for communicating key financial and business analysis and support to management on inventory trends. (5%)
* Support other accounting projects and processes within the department, support cross-functional teams, and assist as needed. (5%)
* Monitor the system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recording of inventory. (5%)
* Provides support documentation and assists with both internal and external audit inquiries. (5%)
* Other duties as assigned.
** QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, MBA a plus, CPA preferred
* Minimum of 7 years related experience
* Effective communication and leadership skills to manage a team and collaborate with various cross functional teams
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
* Process oriented with a continuous improvement mindset who embraces change
* Desire and ability to coach and develop accounting associates
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools and technology
* Strong accounting knowledge and orientation with strong finance technical…