Lead Accountant- Inventory and Operations

Job description

Job Purpose We are seeking a Senior Accountant as the primary finance and accounting partner for our North American warehouses. This role provides end-to-end ownership of inventory and operations accounting and serves as the key financial liaison between distribution center leadership and the broader finance organization. This is a high-autonomy position designed for a self-driven, ownership-oriented accountant who can operate independently, apply judgment, and partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Warehouse Leadership—in an environment with no on-site finance supervision. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting skills with a hands-on operational mindset and the ability to clearly explain financial results to non-finance stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Inventory Accounting: - Own all inventory-related accounting for the warehouse, ensuring accurate valuation, completeness, and proper GAAP treatment. - Review and analyze inventory transactions. - Maintain and assess inventory reserves (excess, obsolete, slow-moving, damaged). - Ensure inventory cut-off accuracy and completeness during month-end close. - Partner with Operations to investigate invento...