<p><strong>Inventory & Cost Accountant</strong></p><p>Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for cost analysis and inventory management? A leading gaming manufacturer is seeking an experienced Inventory & Cost Accountant to join its growing finance team. This role plays a key part in supporting operational decisions, ensuring accurate product costing, and driving financial performance across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze and interpret financial data to understand product, project, and service cost structures.</li><li>Perform variance analysis comparing actual vs. budgeted costs and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Reconcile the inventory subledger to the general ledger on a monthly basis.</li><li>Support the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.</li><li>Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and financial statements, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Assist with budgeting and financial planning aligned with organizational goals.</li><li>Calculate and maintain accurate product costs (materials, labor, and overhead).</li><li>Develop and update costing models to support pricing and profitability decisions.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels, assess carrying costs, and support valuation activities.</li><li>Partner with Operations on cycle counts and physical inventory, helping reconcile discrepancies and review results.</li><li>Implement and maintain standard costing systems for improved cost allocation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and tax requirements.</li><li>Identify process improvement and cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with production, procurement, and finance to collect and analyze cost data.</li><li>Assist in estimating costs for new products, bids, and contracts.</li><li>Support external audits and compliance related to inventory and COGS.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li></ul><p>If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Kathy Beavers at Robert Half, see contact information on LinkedIn.</p>

<p><strong>Must-Have Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</li><li>3 years of relevant accounting experience.</li><li>Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in financial analysis tools and software.</li><li>Knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting methodologies.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.</li><li>Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.</li><li>Prior cost accounting experience or exposure is an advantage.</li></ul><p><strong>Nice-to-Have Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Professional certification (e.g., CMA).</li><li>Experience in a multinational organization of similar size.</li><li>Background in gaming manufacturing or related industry.</li><li>Familiarity with SAGE 500 is a significant plus.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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