The Senior Manager of Inventory Accounting is responsible for managing the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for inventory, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of related financial statements and compliance with GAAP. This position plays a hands-on, role in inventory accounting operations and acts as the primary point of contact for inventory-related matters across the organization and with finance leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in retail inventory accounting and experience identifying and resolving root cause issues within financial processes. This role reports to the Director of Consolidations & Reporting and collaborates cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Merchandising.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Cavenders Culture and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for inventory accounting, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and inventory-related analyses, ensuring alignment with GAAP and internal controls.
Investigate and resolve inventory valuation discrepancies, cost of goods sold variances, and shrink results.
Act as the primary subject matter expert and liaison for inventory-related financial matters across departments.
Partner with IT, Supply Chain, and Merchandising to ensure proper inventory flow and reporting between systems.
Perform root cause analysis on inventory and margin variances; identify and work with finance leadership to implement solutions and improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
Assist with the implementation and improvement of inventory accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Support external audit requests and ensure audit-ready documentation is maintained.
Assist in the design and testing of system enhancements or updates affecting inventory accounting.
Develop and maintain inventory reporting and metrics to support business decision-making.
Partner with FP&A on inventory forecasting, reserves, and margin reporting.
Assist in special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
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Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
7-9+ years of progressive accounting experience
Deep understanding of US GAAP, with emphasis on inventory and cost accounting.
Strong analytical skills and experience performing root cause analysis and process troubleshooting.
Hands-on experience with general ledger systems, ERP platforms, and inventory sub-ledgers.
High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments and levels of leadership.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/reporting systems
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.