Senior Inventory Accountant

TN United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global business is seeking an experienced Senior Inventory Accountant for a 6-month contract in Hemel Hempstead. This hybrid role requires a fully qualified accountant with a strong background in manufacturing finance and inventory management. The successful candidate will partner with operations across multiple sites, ensuring robust cost control and accurate reporting. This position offers flexibility in rates depending on experience, making it an excellent opportunity for the right individual.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Inventory accountant is essential.
• Strong background in SAP, particularly with standard costing and inventory modules.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key finance partner to operations across five manufacturing sites globally.
• Deliver accurate inventory reporting, including provisions and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support planning cycles, including quarterly forecasts and strategic plans.

Skills

SAP

Excel

Cost Control

Education

Fully qualified accountant

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Senior Inventory Accountant, Hemel Hempstead

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Client:

Robert Half

Location:

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Interim Senior Inventory Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Location: Hybrid with some travel to Hemel Hempstead

Rate: c£600 per day (Umbrella - inside) but some flexibility depending on experience

Robert Half are recruiting for an experienced Senior Inventory Accountant to support a leading global business on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong manufacturing and inventory finance background to step into a highly visible, hands-on role within global operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a key finance partner to operations across five manufacturing sites globally
• Lead and support cost roll processes, including SAP standard costing updates and variance analysis
• Deliver accurate inventory reporting, including provisions and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure robust cost control, analysing under/over absorption and driving transparency in manufacturing costs
• Support planning cycles, including quarterly forecasts, strategic plans, and board-level reporting
• Work closely with plant finance and operations teams to enhance financial visibility and decision-making

Key Skills & Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant.
• Previous experience as an Inventory accountant is essential
• Knowledge of absorption process, cost roll and manufacturing / plant variances is also required.
• Strong background in SAP, particularly with standard costing and inventory modules
• Excellent Excel skills, including Power Query and macro writing
• Comfortable working across international teams in a matrixed environment

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