Manager, Inventory Accounting Walnut Creek, CA

What’s it like to work at Kinder’s? Well, there’s a lot of snacking and geeking out over what we all cooked over the weekend. Beyond that, there’s also plenty of hard work. Because we don’t just like flavor, we’re obsessed with it.

With over 100 products sold nationwide, we’re now a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. We’re not your typical CPG company. Privately held and founder‑led, we like to think of ourselves as a pirate ship in a sea of cruise ships. Our crew is adventurous and fearless. We chart our own course and chase big ideas to make food unforgettable.

As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue, we need more smart‑and‑scrappy, flavor‑obsessed people to come aboard. If you’re looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work…
this is it! Every day, you’ll be part of a journey to add flavor to millions of meals and lives.

The Manager, Inventory Accounting is a critical leader within Kinder’s Accounting organization, responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and scalability of inventory and cost accounting processes. This role sits at the intersection of Accounting, Supply Chain, and Operations, ensuring that financial insights reflect the realities of our physical product flow.

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Accounting, this leader will own inventory accounting operations, drive improvements in cost visibility, and build scalable processes that support Kinder’s continued growth.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on builder who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a continuous improvement mindset and thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

• Own inventory accounting across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP
• Manage inventory valuation, standard costing, and cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting
• Oversee balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, reserves, and inventory roll‑forwards
• Serve as the subject matter expert on inventory‑related accounting policies and treatments

• Partner closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, and FP&A to align financial reporting with operational realities
• Provide visibility into cost drivers, inventory movement, and margin impacts
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and scenario modeling related to inventory and cost structure

• Design and implement scalable processes, controls, and workflows to optimize a rapid growth company
• Identify opportunities to streamline close timelines and improve data accuracy
• Support ERP and systems enhancements (SAP), including inventory and cost modules
• Strengthen internal controls, including SOX readiness (if applicable)

• Build and develop a high‑performing accounting team
• Ensure clear processes, accountability, and performance standards
• Act as a thought partner to Accounting leadership on scaling the accounting function

• Lead the inventory close process, ensuring timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year‑end reporting
• Analyze inventory variances (purchase price variance, production variance, waste, obsolescence) and provide actionable insights
• Support audit processes, including preparation of schedules and documentation for external auditors

• 5+ years of accounting experience (public accounting + industry preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in inventory or cost accounting
• Prior experience in CPG, food & beverage, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA preferred

• Builder mentality with a passion for improving processes and creating structure in growth environments
• High ownership and accountability with strong attention to detail
• Curious, data‑driven thinker who challenges assumptions and seeks better ways of working
• Collaborative partner who can translate financial concepts into business insights

• Strong expertise in inventory and cost accounting within a CPG, food & beverage, or manufacturing environment
• Deep understanding of standard…