firstPRO, Inc
Job Title:
Inventory Controller
Location:
Newark, DE (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Reports To:
Assistant Controller
Responsibilities
Direct and manage all inventory accounting functions, including standard costing, adjustments, and month-end close processes.
Establish, document, and refine inventory policies and procedures to maintain timely and accurate transaction recording.
Evaluate and reconcile inventory reserves, obsolescence, and shrinkage; recommend necessary adjustments and accruals.
Lead and coordinate full physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and the investigation of discrepancies.
Collaborate with Procurement and Operations teams to monitor usage trends, returns, and cost fluctuations.
Review and confirm accuracy of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) across equipment, materials, and consumables.
Produce and deliver monthly and quarterly financial summaries, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses for executive review.
Assist in system upgrades and process improvements related to ERP inventory and cost accounting functionality.
Strengthen and maintain effective internal control frameworks surrounding inventory.
Supervise, mentor, and develop team members within the inventory accounting function.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required; CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in inventory or cost accounting within a multi-site service or manufacturing environment.
Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, inventory valuation methodologies, and standard costing principles.
Approximately 25% domestic travel required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Accounting
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Inventory Controller
Location:
Newark, DE (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Reports To:
Assistant Controller
Responsibilities
Direct and manage all inventory accounting functions, including standard costing, adjustments, and month-end close processes.
Establish, document, and refine inventory policies and procedures to maintain timely and accurate transaction recording.
Evaluate and reconcile inventory reserves, obsolescence, and shrinkage; recommend necessary adjustments and accruals.
Lead and coordinate full physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and the investigation of discrepancies.
Collaborate with Procurement and Operations teams to monitor usage trends, returns, and cost fluctuations.
Review and confirm accuracy of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) across equipment, materials, and consumables.
Produce and deliver monthly and quarterly financial summaries, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses for executive review.
Assist in system upgrades and process improvements related to ERP inventory and cost accounting functionality.
Strengthen and maintain effective internal control frameworks surrounding inventory.
Supervise, mentor, and develop team members within the inventory accounting function.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required; CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in inventory or cost accounting within a multi-site service or manufacturing environment.
Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, inventory valuation methodologies, and standard costing principles.
Approximately 25% domestic travel required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Accounting
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