Inventory Accounting Manager

LHH; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

A high-growth technology company is seeking a remote Inventory Accounting Manager to build and optimize their inventory accounting processes. The role involves overseeing inventory activities, leading month-end close, and analyzing operational data to provide financial insights. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of progressive accounting experience, expertise in GAAP, and proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite. This position offers competitive compensation and strong opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 years in inventory or cost accounting.
• Expertise in GAAP and inventory principles.
• Experience in high-growth or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all inventory accounting activities ensuring accuracy with GAAP.
• Lead the month-end close for inventory and COGS.
• Analyze inventory activity to provide insights to leadership.

Skills

GAAP

Inventory valuation principles

ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant field

CPA or advanced degrees (preferred)

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Job description

LHH has partnered with a high-growth technology company that is looking to add a remote Inventory Accounting Manager to their team. This is a newly created role to help build up their inventory accounting processes and optimize their existing ERP.

Best suited for candidates comfortable with a fast-paced environment where you'll be part of setting up the company's accounting & finance infrastructure + systems. Great visibility with leadership and strong ability for progression. This job is remote with frequent travel - ~50% domestic and international. Preference for candidates on Eastern Standard Time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all inventory accounting activities, including costing, valuation, landed cost components, freight, duties, variances, write‑offs, and inventory adjustments, ensuring accuracy and alignment with GAAP.
• Own the inventory subledger and ensure seamless integration with the general ledger, maintaining complete and accurate financial records across all inventory‑related accounts.
• Lead the month‑end close for inventory and COGS, preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting packages to support timely and accurate financial results.
• Analyze inventory activity and operational data, including in‑transit goods, consignment inventory, open PO commitments, demand forecasts, and margin drivers to provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Enhance and document inventory accounting processes, implementing automation, refining policies and procedures, and driving continuous improvement in reporting efficiency and data accuracy.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and FP&A to ensure alignment between operational activities and accounting outcomes, enabling better forecasting, cost visibility, and financial decision‑making.
• Support internal and external audits, preparing schedules, documentation, and reconciliations tied to inventory, COGS, and related financial statement disclosures.
• Oversee physical inventory and cycle count processes, validating results, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely posting and proper accounting treatment.
• Evaluate and improve cost accounting practices, including job costing, inventory valuation, and compliance with manufacturing or defense‑related accounting standards when applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant field, advanced degrees/CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within technology, manufacturing, aerospace/defense, or other high‑growth operational environments, including at least 3 years of dedicated inventory or cost accounting experience.
• Expertise in GAAP and inventory valuation principles, including standard costing, landed cost analysis, and COGS accounting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle, with strong Excel skills and comfort analyzing large data sets.
• Experience in high‑growth or manufacturing environments, with hands‑on exposure to process improvement, automation initiatives, and scaling accounting operations.
• IFRS experience nice to have
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, capable of interpreting operational data and translating findings into meaningful financial insights.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively across finance, operations, and supply chain.

Benefits Overview

• Benefit offerings for full‑time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan
• Personal Time Off (PTO) is Unlimited, 10 Paid Holidays, and up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave (1+ years of employment)
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Initial equity offering

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to [e-mail].

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