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Robert Half

Inventory Accountant

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$62K - $72K/yr

Are you an accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, working with data, and ... What You'll Be Doing Inventory Management & Analysis * Review, process, and reconcile inventory ...

Osmundson Manufacturing Company

Cost Accountant

Perry, IA · On-site

$63K - $85K/yr

Manage inventory valuation for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. * Analyze ... Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. * 3-5 years of accounting or cost ...

Osmundson Manufacturing Co.

Cost Accountant

Perry, IA · On-site

$63K - $85K/yr

Manage inventory valuation for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. * Analyze ... Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. * 3-5 years of accounting or cost ...

FTHR

Sr. Cost Accountant

Cresco, IA · On-site

$76K - $94K/yr

... management. • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and audit requirements. • Support internal and external audits with cost and inventory documentation. • Assist in ...

Mom's Meals

Senior Accountant

Ankeny, IA · Remote

$69K - $87K/yr

Manage fixed asset accounting processes, including capital spend reporting, fixed asset ledger ... Support inventory-related accounting activities, including account reconciliations, yield reporting ...

Mom's Meals

Senior Accountant

Ankeny, IA · Remote

$69K - $87K/yr

Manage fixed asset accounting processes, including capital spend reporting, fixed asset ledger ... Support inventory-related accounting activities, including account reconciliations, yield reporting ...

Mom's Meals

Senior Accountant

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$69K - $87K/yr

Manage fixed asset accounting processes, including capital spend reporting, fixed asset ledger ... Support inventory-related accounting activities, including account reconciliations, yield reporting ...

Sioux Land Community Health

INVENTORY CLERK

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

Managing inventory by stocking exam rooms and stockrooms. * Receiving, inspecting, and verifying ... Using accounting software to log all incoming, outgoing, and transferred items and generate ...

Siouxland Community Health

INVENTORY CLERK

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

Managing inventory by stocking exam rooms and stockrooms. * Receiving, inspecting, and verifying ... Using accounting software to log all incoming, outgoing, and transferred items and generate ...

Robert Half

Accountant

West Branch, IA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

... inventory movements, investigate discrepancies, reconcile balances to the general ledger, and ... manage competing deadlines during monthly and quarterly close cycles.

Robert Half

Staff Accountant

Independence, IA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

... inventory analysis, process improvement projects, and general ledger accounting, this could be the ... What You'll Be Doing: ✅ Manage AP, AR, invoicing, cash applications, and vendor payments ✅ ...

Ethos

Cost Accountant

Waverly, IA

$60K - $81K/yr

Apply cost analysis principles to current company processes in inventory management, gross profit ... Cost accounting experience required * ERP experience - SAP, Deacom, NetSuite, Epicor Demonstrated ...

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What are Manager Inventory Accountants?

Manager Inventory Accountants are professionals responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial management of a company's inventory. They ensure that inventory records are accurate, track inventory costs, manage audits, and develop procedures to minimize discrepancies or losses. In addition, they supervise teams, collaborate with other departments, and provide financial reports to help guide business decisions. Their role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial statements and supporting efficient supply chain operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Inventory Accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Inventory Accountant, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of inventory accounting principles, and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, advanced Excel skills, and relevant certifications such as CPA or CMA are often required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication help ensure accurate record-keeping and collaboration across departments. These competencies are crucial for maintaining inventory integrity, supporting financial decision-making, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What are some common challenges faced by a Manager Inventory Accountant, and how can they be addressed?

A Manager Inventory Accountant often faces challenges such as ensuring the accuracy of inventory records, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and managing complex inventory valuation methods. Inaccurate data or miscommunication between operations and accounting can lead to discrepancies, so implementing robust internal controls and regular reconciliations is essential. Leveraging inventory management software and fostering strong collaboration with supply chain and operations teams can help streamline processes and resolve issues promptly. Continuous professional development and staying updated on accounting standards also support effective inventory accounting management.
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Inventory Accountant

Inventory Accountant

Robert Half

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$62K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Are you an accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, working with data, and collaborating with a team that genuinely supports one another?

We're seeking an Inventory Accountant to join a growing organization in Des Moines, IA that believes great results begin with great people. This is an opportunity to become part of a company that values integrity, teamwork, accountability, innovation, and respect in everything it does.


What You'll Be Doing

Inventory Management & Analysis

  • Review, process, and reconcile inventory transactions across a large retail network.
  • Analyze inventory variances and research discrepancies.
  • Calculate and monitor inventory shrink and related adjustments.
  • Perform weekly and monthly inventory reconciliations.
  • Balance sales, delivery, and return activity to ensure inventory accuracy.
  • Maintain the integrity of inventory and accounting databases.

Collaboration & Problem Solving

  • Partner with Operations and Distribution teams to resolve inventory issues.
  • Investigate root causes and recommend solutions.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Assist with special projects and provide backup support for accounting functions as needed.

Financial Accuracy

  • Ensure inventory activity is properly reflected within accounting systems.
  • Support accurate reporting and financial controls.
  • Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive financial information.

Why Work Here:

Our culture is built on collaboration. Team members are encouraged to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that make a real impact. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions are valued and your voice is heard, we'd love to meet you!

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field preferred.
  • Alternatively, 1–3 years of accounting experience with inventory, reconciliations, or transactional analysis.

Skills & Experience

  • Strong Excel skills, including:
  • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
  • Pivot Tables
  • Data analysis and reconciliation
  • Understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with colleagues and business partners.
  • Experience with ERP or accounting systems is a plus.


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About Robert Half

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half pioneered the idea of professional talent solutions to connect opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. As business needs changed, we evolved to offer specialized talent solutions for finance and accounting, technology, administrative and customer support, creative and marketing, and legal fields. In 2002, we introduced our subsidiary, Protiviti, a global independent risk consulting and internal audit service, to support companies as they faced more strategic business challenges.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

Year founded

1948

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