Sr. Manager of Inventory Accounting – (REMOTE)
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We are actively seeking a Senior Manager of Inventory Accounting for a Contract opportunity with one of our strategic client partners to join their Accounting and Finance team. In this role, the ideal candidate will offer demonstrated capabilities in leading, developing and cultivating a team of accountants dedicated to inventory accounting activities. This role will partner with teams across the organization and play a major role in the continued growth of the organization.

Please review the job responsibilities and requirements below and apply if interested and qualified.

Senior Manager of Inventory Accounting Responsibilities:

• Review month-end accounting activities, including variance analysis and account reconciliations to provide accurate inventory valuation and reporting.
• Perform monthly purchase price variance and inventory adjustment analysis.
• Analyze monthly and/or quarterly inventory obsolescence and calculates the provision for reserves.
• Work with accounting, supply chain and IT personnel to develop reconciliation processes and understand significant changes in our inventory balances.
• Prepare monthly actuals vs budget and gross margin analysis while partnering with FP&A to bridge variances.
• Perform ad hoc analysis related to inventory and COGS (cost of goods sold).
• Establish, implement and document policies and procedures related to inventory accounting, including reserves, intercompany transfers and reconciliations.
• Implement automated process solutions with a focus on simplification, standardization and optimization, especially the reduction of manual, Excel-based activities.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors and consultants for inventory process flows and testing; prepare schedules and analysis for external audit.
• Assist with other ad-hoc accounting and finance needs or projects.

Senior Manager of Inventory Accounting Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, coupled with a preference for a CPA or CMA.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in accounting for multi-site inventory operations.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and ASC 705.
• Working knowledge of the Oracle Fusion Cloud Inventory module .
• Advanced excel capabilities and an aptitude for data manipulation, investigation and analysis.
• Experience with system integrations and development of automated processes.
• Excellent people management skills with a passion for developing team members.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, work effectively in a team environment and meet deadlines.