Inventory Accounting Specialist

RGP•Loveland, CO

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

RGP is seeking an Inventory Accounting Specialist to support inventory accounting, gross margin analysis, and operational accounting activities for a leading organization. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations Accounting, this role is responsible for analyzing inventory and cost accounting reports, investigating discrepancies, supporting inventory controls, and partnering closely with branch and finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and collaborating with operations and finance teams in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Experience in accounting, finance, inventory accounting, or cost accounting.
Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Perform daily analysis of gross margin, inventory, and cost accounting reports for an assigned region.
Research and resolve inventory discrepancies, questionable margin results, and inventory-related exceptions.
Partner with branch managers, branch personnel, and finance teams to ensure accurate reporting of inventory transactions and margins.
Support Regional Finance Managers and Analysts with inventory investigations and transaction reviews.
Complete monthly SOX reporting and internal control activities related to inventory accounting.
Review and validate inventory adjustments submitted by operational teams.
Assist with consignment inventory processes and related reporting.
Participate in annual physical inventory counts, reconciliations, variance analysis, and adjustment activities.
Prepare journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and review accounting transactions for accuracy.
Support month-end close activities and inventory accounting processes.