Sr. Accountant, Inventory, rhode

e.l.f. Beauty; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Unlimited paid time off

Gender neutral parental leave

Job summary

e.l.f. Beauty is hiring a Senior Inventory Accountant in Beverly Hills, California. The role requires managing end-to-end inventory accounting, analyzing variances, and preparing reconciliations.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–5+ years of experience, and strong Excel skills. The position offers a hybrid work model, health insurance, and a competitive salary range of $90-100K.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of hands‑on inventory accounting experience.
• Prior audit experience is a plus.
• CPA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly inventory reconciliation for 3PL and CM locations.
• Manage monthly flux analysis on inventory GL accounts.
• Assist inventory accounting manager with various audit requests.

Skills

Inventory accounting experience

US GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

rhode is seeking a detail-oriented, hands‑on Senior Inventory Accountant to own and optimize end‑to‑end inventory accounting. You will analyze system‑to‑3PL variances, manage reserves, prepare reconciliations, and strengthen internal controls. You’ll design and deliver monthly financial and operational reporting, and perform deep‑dive inventory and cost analyses to ensure accurate, timely financials. This role sits within Accounting, supports the Inventory Accounting Manager, and partners closely with Operations, Finance, and broader Accounting to drive scalable process improvements.

What You’ll Do

• Monthly inventory reconciliation for 3PL and CM locations
• Monthly Flux analysis on inventory GL accounts on balance sheet and income statement
• Verify receipts at all locations weekly
• Assist in creating process to review all production runs and accurately write off scrap
• Review landed cost allocation percentages monthly and make updates as needed
• Improve procedures for inventory accounting process to better support internal controls
• Attend annual physical count at one of our locations
• Assist inventory accounting manager with various audit and ad‑hoc requests
• Perform and/or review month‑end journal entries and account reconciliations for inventory related accounts including:
  • Prepaid inventory
  • Inventory in transit
  • Accrued purchases (inventory received, not billed)
  • Inventory CM Clearing
  • Accrued inventory
• Quarterly review/clean up of NetSuite transactions including:
  • Purchase Orders
  • Work Orders
  • Transfer Orders

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5+ years of hands‑on inventory accounting experience; prior audit experience is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and inventory valuation methodologies.
• Advanced Excel skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• ERP experience required; NetSuite strongly preferred.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

To Be Successful

• A proactive and strategic thinker with high attention to detail.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with multiple priorities
• Team player with the ability to work cross‑functionally and build relationships at all levels.
• Self‑starter who takes ownership and demonstrates initiative.
• Committed to continuous improvement and professional growth

Other Details for Consideration

• Location of Position: Los Angeles, California
• Must be a commutable distance to office in Los Angeles
• Hybrid Model Expectation: Must be able to work 3+ days a week in the office
• Budgeted Salary Range: $90-100K

The base salary range for this role is listed above. Total compensation includes base salary, annual company‑based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.’s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off.

Compensation components are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors’ discretion.