The Manager, Inventory Accounting, plays a critical role in leading global inventory accounting, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes. This position oversees inventory controls, financial reporting, and strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Governance:
• Lead the Inventory Center of Excellence, reporting to the Global Inventory Controller.
• Oversee inventory governance, internal controls, and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Standardize and harmonize inventory accounting practices globally.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Manage monthly and quarterly close processes, including inventory valuation, reserves, and adjustments.
• Reconcile inventory-related balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Validate cost of goods sold and review inter-company profit eliminations.
• Conduct trend analysis and variance reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
• Inventory Management:
• Coordinate and oversee cycle counts and physical inventory reviews with business units.
• Investigate and resolve inventory count variances.
• Collaboration & Strategic Planning:
• Work with FP&A to forecast inventory balances and related financial metrics.
• Partner with procurement, operations, and legal teams to address new or complex transactions.
• Support inventory-related activities for mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and ERP integration.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement:
• Create and standardize inventory reports, KPIs, and dashboards for management.
• Hold regular meetings with finance, operations, and procurement teams to discuss inventory performance.
• Compliance & Auditing:
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors on compliance and audit requirements.
• Team Leadership & Development:
• Manage and develop team members, including hiring, training, performance reviews, and succession planning.
• Establish and oversee departmental training programs.
• Budgeting & Operational Planning:
• Develop and manage the departmental budget and authorize expenditures.
• Plan and implement short- and long-term strategic objectives.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in business, management or related field
• CPA or Master's degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in accounting or finance specifically with inventory and material costing
• Proven leadership experience
  

For immediate consideration, please submit a copy of your resume to Chris Grassi at
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