Inventory Accounting Manager
Core
Ensuring integrity of inventory financial data, overseeing end-to-end accounting for inventory and COGS, and driving business profitability through margin analysis and US GAAP compliance.
Role type
Senior hands-on people manager (Inventory Accounting)
Builds
Accurate financial reporting, SOX-compliant internal controls, and cost visibility for a large division.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Technology / US GAAP
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
US GAAP inventory valuation, monthly financial close, variance analysis, internal controls design, SOX compliance, ERP system management, cost driver analysis, team management, audit liaison
Preferred skills
SAP proficiency, standard cost modeling, process automation, cross-functional partnership
Technologies
SAP, ERP systems
Responsibilities
Prepare and review monthly journal entries for inventory and COGS; ensure proper inventory valuation and reserves under US GAAP; investigate variances between budgeted and actual margins; build and manage internal controls for SOX compliance; partner with Product and Sales to establish standard product costs; deliver reporting on cost components; lead physical inventory counts and cycle count reviews; automate accounting processes with IT.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on people manager