Senior Accountant, Inventory And Manufacturing

Company Description

At National Vision we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,200 stores. We operate four retail brands:
America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Optical inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases.

The Senior Inventory Accountant oversees comprehensive inventory and manufacturing accounting functions, including monthly reconciliation of inventory balances and verification of purchase orders against vendor invoices to ensure accurate and timely payments. This role helps manage daily inventory postings and maintains accounting for all retail inventory, including reconciliations and amortizations. The position also supports monthly store physical inventory count and handles additional accounting responsibilities as assigned.

• Reconcile Lens inventory POs received against vendor invoices using Black Line
• Coordinate with Lab and Distribution Center teams to facilitate timely processing and payment of vendor invoices
• Process Wave and Lab billing posting in JDA on a daily basis
• Perform monthly reconciliation of inventory balances in the general ledger against perpetual inventory systems
• Prepare monthly inventory reserves for obsolescence and shrink
• Complete additional accounting and inventory‑related tasks as assigned

• 4‑6 years of progressive accounting experience. (Required)
• Inventory accounting. (Preferred)

• Four‑year college degree or equivalent experience in accounting/finance. (Required)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) upon hire. (Preferred)

• Experience with accounting systems. (Required)
• Experience with AS400/JDA, Oracle ERP, Blackline. (Preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas for reconciling large and complex data. (Required)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP reporting requirements. (Required)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and effective interpersonal abilities. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, think analytically, conduct research, perform data analysis, and resolve complex issues efficiently. (Required)
• Strong organizational, planning, judgment, and time‑management skills. (Preferred)

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401(k) retirement savings with company match, flexible spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount and more. Professional growth opportunities, training programs, educational courses, and a high percentage of promotions from within.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.