Inventory & Cost Accountant - Fashion Retail

24 Seven; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven in Secaucus, NJ seeks a Staff Accountant - Fashion to oversee inventory accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and support the month-end close process. The role focuses on inventory costing, valuation, reconciliations, and reporting while partnering with Finance, Operations, and IT to strengthen internal controls.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years of inventory or cost accounting experience, plus advanced Excel and ERP skills, and strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory accounting, cost accounting, or general accounting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory accounting activities and ensure the accuracy of inventory transactions and financial records.
• Support the month-end close process, including inventory reconciliations, aging reports, variance analysis, reserve calculations, adjustments, and journal entries.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and IT to investigate discrepancies, resolve system issues, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Maintain and monitor standard costing in accordance with established accounting policies.
• Manage intercompany inventory costing and pricing.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting documentation and financial schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accounting procedures, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
• Analyze inventory data and provide financial insights to support costing and valuation decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration across departments

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

24 Seven in Secaucus, NJ seeks a Staff Accountant - Fashion to oversee inventory accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and support the month-end close process. The role focuses on inventory costing, valuation, reconciliations, and reporting while partnering with Finance, Operations, and IT to strengthen internal controls.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years of inventory or cost accounting experience, plus advanced Excel and ERP skills, and strong analytical and