Inventory Accountant

Solatube; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Legal insurance

Disability insurance

Theft insurance

Job summary

Tate Inc. is seeking an Inventory Accountant to manage inventory valuation, cost accounting, and financial reporting. This role partners with operations, supply chain, and finance to ensure accurate reporting and cost insights.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing reconciliations, analysing variances, preparing journal entries for COGS, and supporting month-end close. Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in inventory accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing finance.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations, ensuring alignment between physical counts and system records.
• Analyse inventory variances, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Prepare journal entries related to inventory, COGS, and adjustments.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Analyse material, labour, and overhead costs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with operations to understand production costs and support cost-control initiatives.

Skills

Inventory accounting

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Excel

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Audit/controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $28.84 USD to $31.25 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

About Us

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies.

With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About The Role

The Inventory Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate inventory valuation, cost accounting, and financial reporting processes. This role ensures inventory transactions, controls, and reconciliations are aligned with operational and financial requirements. The position partners with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to support accurate reporting, cost analysis, and inventory integrity.

What You’ll Do

· Maintain accurate inventory records, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

· Perform monthly inventory reconciliations, ensuring alignment between physical counts and

· Analyse inventory variances, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.

· Prepare journal entries related to inventory, cost of goods sold (COGS), and adjustments.

· Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Cost Accounting & Analysis

· Support standard costing processes, including cost updates, roll-ups, and variance analysis.

· Analyse material, labour, and overhead costs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

· Partner with operations to understand production costs and support cost control initiatives.

· Assist in developing and maintaining cost models and financial forecasts related to inventory.

· Provide reporting and insights to support decision-making and operational efficiency.

Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement

· Ensure adherence to internal controls related to inventory transactions and financial reporting.

· Support physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and audit activities.

· Maintain documentation and processes to support audit readiness and compliance requirements.

· Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, processes, and system controls.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance inventory management and reporting practices.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

3–5 years of experience in inventory accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing finance.

Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Strong understanding of inventory processes, cost accounting, and financial reporting.

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

Proficiency in Excel, including data analysis and reconciliation.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work cross-functionally with operations and supply chain teams.

Knowledge of internal controls and audit processes.

What You’ll Get

• Pay range: $28.84-$31.25 USD per hour.
• Career Scope and Advancement:As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of WellnessPhilosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility:ThroughPlanet Passionatewe are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development:Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development:At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture:We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Computer and Technical Skills

Advanced

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Required

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

3-5 years:

Experience in inventory accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing finance

Preferred

Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

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