Interim Inventory Accounting Manager

Interim Inventory Accounting ManagerLa Mirada, CA, US On-site Construction Vaco $USD 65 - 80 ContractorInterim Inventory Accounting Manager (Contract)Key ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise the Cost Accountant, including reviewing work, setting priorities, and providing guidance.Oversee inventory and cost accounting, including item costing, inventory transfers, adjustments, and BOM/production activity.Manage cycle counts and physical inventory across multiple branches and warehouse locations.Investigate inventory discrepancies, negative inventory, costing issues, and operational variances.Review inventory adjustments and transactions for accuracy, proper documentation, and approval.Partner with Accounting during month-end close to reconcile inventory to the General Ledger.Review inventory valuation and analyze slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory.Support inventory reserves, write-offs, year-end physical counts, and external audit requests.Develop inventory reporting and KPIs and recommend improvements to inventory processes and controls.Partner with Operations, Purchasing, Production, and branch teams to maintain accurate inventory records.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.5 years of cost accounting, inventory accounting, manufacturing, distribution, or related experience.Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, cycle counts, physical inventory, BOMs, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.Multi-location or multi-warehouse inventory experience strongly preferred.Sage ERP experience or comparable ERP experience preferred.Strong Excel, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.