Inventory & COGS Accountant

RGP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

RGP is seeking an experienced Inventory & COGS Accountant to own inventory accounting, COGS, and the monthly close in New York City.

The role requires hands-on experience with inventory costing and valuation, and the ability to lead a small Inventory Accounting team during a 3–6 month contract with potential for temp-to-hire. Immediate start and onsite work are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on inventory and COGS accounting experience required.
• Manager/Senior Manager level accounting experience.
• Experience in consumer products, retail, manufacturing, or physical product environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory costing, valuation, and COGS.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close for inventory and COGS, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Manage inventory costing and valuation, including landed costs, freight, duties, and variances.
• Own the inventory subledger and ensure alignment with the general ledger.
• Oversee purchase accruals and partner with Procurement and AP.
• Analyze inventory movements, including in-transit, consignment, returns and write-offs.
• Partner with FP&A and Operations on COGS, inventory, and margin analysis.
• Drive process improvements, documentation, and ERP automation.
• Support audits, physical inventory, and cycle counts.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Inventory Accounting team.

Skills

Inventory & COGS accounting

Management experience

Retail/CPG environment

NetSuite

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Inventory & COGS Accountant to join our team and take ownership of inventory accounting, COGS, and the monthly close process.

New York City, 4–5 days onsite Immediate Start, 3–6 Month Contract, Temp-to-Hire Potential

What you will work on

• Lead the monthly close for inventory and COGS, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Manage inventory costing and valuation, including landed costs, freight, duties, and variances
• Own the inventory subledger and ensure alignment with the general ledger
• Oversee purchase accruals and partner with Procurement and AP
• Analyze inventory movements, including in-transit inventory, consignment, returns, and write-offs
• Partner with FP&A and Operations on COGS, inventory, and margin analysis
• Drive process improvements, documentation, and automation within the ERP
• Support audits, physical inventory, and cycle count processes
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Inventory Accounting team

What you will bring

• Hands-on Inventory & COGS accounting experience is required
• Manager/Senior Manager-level accounting experience
• Experience in a consumer products, retail, manufacturing, or other physical product environment
• Strong understanding of inventory costing, valuation, and COGS
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment
• NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to start immediately

What you can expect

• An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
• Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
• Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

What we do

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.

Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently with RGP.

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.