Interim Fixed Assets & Inventory Accounting Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is assisting a high-growth technology and manufacturing client in Sunnyvale, CA, for an Interim Senior Accounting Manager specializing in Fixed Assets and Inventory Accounting. Hybrid work arrangement includes in-office presence three days per week.

The role focuses on monthly reconciliations, asset lifecycle management, COGS analyses, and close support for a 3-month engagement with potential extension. CPA preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing/tech/inventory-heavy environments.
• Strong experience with fixed asset accounting and inventory accounting.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday or similar.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze large data sets.
• CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations and related accounting entries.
• Analyze inventory activity, variances, rebates, yield losses, and related operational impacts.
• Ensure proper classification and accounting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventories.
• Review COGS activity and prepare variance analyses with explanations.
• Manage full fixed asset lifecycle: additions, transfers, disposals, depreciation, capitalization.
• Maintain fixed asset records and ensure compliance with policies and reporting.
• Monitor construction-in-progress balances and capitalization timing.
• Assist with month-end/quarter-end close, audit support, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement to improve processes and accuracy.

Skills

Fixed asset accounting

Inventory accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Job description

Vaco Recruiter Services is assisting a high-growth technology and manufacturing client in Sunnyvale, CA, for an Interim Senior Accounting Manager specializing in Fixed Assets and Inventory Accounting. Hybrid work arrangement includes in-office presence three days per week.

The role focuses on monthly reconciliations, asset lifecycle management, COGS analyses, and close support for a 3-month engagement with potential extension. CPA preferred but not required.