Senior Cost Accountant: Inventory & Manufacturing Analytics

Acuity Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Inc. is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to strengthen inventory and manufacturing cost accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll handle key month-end close activities, inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, variance analysis, and journal entries while partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Tech. The role can be based anywhere in the US with a preference for candidates near Atlanta, GA, and may require travel for inventory counts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Experience with US GAAP inventory accounting and standard costing.
• Proficiency with Oracle ERP or similar ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel and data tools; Power BI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own inventory accounting activities including valuation, standard cost maintenance, and month-end close journal entries.
• Prepare and analyze inventory and cost reconciliations for accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Investigate and resolve costing issues and variances, including uncosted materials and discrepancies.
• Maintain standard costs and other inventory cost components in ERP systems; support annual cost updates.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Tech to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Support physical inventory counts and SOX controls; assist with audits.
• Develop KPIs to monitor cost accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency; drive process improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Acuity Inc. is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to strengthen inventory and manufacturing cost accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll handle key month-end close activities, inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, variance analysis, and journal entries while partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Tech. The role can be based anywhere in the US with a preference for candidates near Atlanta, GA, and may require travel for inventory counts.