Staff Accountant

Alphatec Spine•Carlsbad, NM

12d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the Company's inventory and cost accounting functions by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory analyses, and month-end close activities. The Staff Accountant – Inventory & Cost Accounting partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure accurate inventory valuation, product costing, and financial reporting. This role also supports SOX compliance, internal controls, inventory audits, and continuous process improvement within a fast-paced medical device manufacturing environment.

Requirements

2–5 years of accounting experience.
Manufacturing, inventory accounting, or cost accounting experience strongly preferred.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations.
Experience supporting audits and internal controls preferred.
Strong Excel skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong reconciliation and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries related to inventory, cost of goods sold, reserves, accruals, and other assigned accounts.
Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations with supporting documentation.
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
Perform account analyses and explain monthly balance fluctuations.
Prepare inventory reconciliations and inventory roll-forwards.
Assist with inventory valuation and inventory reserve calculations.
Analyze PPV, WOV, standard cost, and inventory variances.
Support annual standard cost updates and periodic standard cost maintenance.
Assist with inventory transaction reviews and costing analysis.
Prepare inventory and COGS reporting for management.
Support warehouse cycle count and annual field inventory audit programs.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Manufacturing to investigate inventory and costing issues.
Review inventory transactions for accuracy and completeness.
Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
Support SOX compliance and internal control documentation.
Ensure accounting activities comply with US GAAP and company policies.
Assist with recurring management reporting related to inventory, COGS, and operational metrics.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.