Junior Cost and Inventory Accountant

Description

THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED IN STREETSBORO, OHIO

Layer Zero Power Systems LLC. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors.

Layer Zero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

Junior Cost & Inventory Accountant. Layer Zero Power Systems is seeking a Junior Cost & Inventory Accountant to support the finance and operations teams by maintaining accurate cost, inventory, and production data within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys working with data, systems, and cross-functional collaboration. The position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of inventory records, supporting cost analysis, and contributing to ongoing process improvements.

Primary Duties:

• Cost Accounting and Analysis:
  Assist in maintaining standard costs, bills of materials, and routing data within Business Central
• Support monthly cost roll-ups and cost model updates
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances and prepare summary reports
• Assist with cost allocations, cost statements, and annual standard cost updates and audits

• Inventory Accounting:
  Perform daily and monthly inventory reconciliations between Business Central and physical counts
• Investigate discrepancies and support cycle counts and physical inventory activities
• Monitor inventory adjustments and production postings for accuracy
• Assist in tracking inventory aging, slow-moving items, and obsolescence reserves

• Business Central (ERP) Support:
  Enter, validate, and maintain cost and inventory-related data
• Assist with system configuration related to costing and item setup
• Provide support to end users by troubleshooting basic system issues
• Document processes, workflows, and participate in system upgrades and testing

• General Accounting Support:
  Assist with month-end close activities related to cost of goods sold, work-in-process, and inventory accounts
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support internal and external audit requests
• Collaborate with purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to ensure data accuracy

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required
• 0–2 years of experience in accounting, cost accounting, or inventory management
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or NAV
• Exposure to manufacturing or inventory-driven environments
• Understanding of standard costing and production workflows
• Basic knowledge of GAAP and inventory accounting principles

Key Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Curiosity and willingness to learn ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Why Join Us? Our Benefits Make a Difference. We believe great employees deserve great benefits designed to support health, financial well-being, professional growth, and family needs. Most of our core benefits are provided at no cost, reflecting our commitment to investing in the well-being of our team.

• $0-cost Dental Insurance
• $0-cost Vision Insurance
• $0-cost Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• $0-cost Life Insurance with additional buy up options
• Medical Plan Choices, including one no-cost medical option plus two additional buy-up plan options
• $0-cost Employee…