Inventory Cost Accountant

About the role

We are partnering with a well established and highly respected manufacturing organization that has been a leader in its industry for decades. The company operates an extensive North American footprint and continues to invest in strategic growth initiatives, operational excellence, and acquisitions to strengthen its market position. This opportunity offers the chance to join a stable, financially strong organization that values innovation, collaboration, and long-term career development.

The Inventory Cost Accountant will play a critical role in supporting inventory valuation, cost accounting, financial reporting, and month end close activities. This position works closely with accounting and operational teams to ensure inventory accuracy, maintain costing structures, and support financial reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing accounting environments, strong analytical abilities, and a solid understanding of inventory accounting principles. This role offers significant exposure to inventory operations, ERP systems, audit activities, and corporate accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month end close procedures related to inventory valuation and costing activities
• Review inventory receiving transactions for accuracy and prepare related journal entries
• Maintain standard costs and Bills of Materials for manufactured products
• Reconcile inventory related general ledger accounts and investigate variances
• Create and maintain Access databases, reports, and queries to support accounting analysis
• Review financial statements and general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain documentation supporting inventory values and standard costing procedures
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting schedules throughout the year
• Participate in inventory cycle count audits and support plant inventory reviews as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and general ledger reconciliations
• Experience working within a large ERP environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working onsite five days per week

Preferred Skills

• Experience with JD Edwards
• Experience with Power BI reporting and analysis
• Experience maintaining standard costs and Bills of Materials
• Exposure to inventory cycle counts and audit activities
• Experience working with database reporting tools
• Self-motivated individual with strong initiative and accountability

Pay

• $65K–$75K base salary plus bonus

Schedule

• Onsite five days per week