Robert Half Finance & Accounting Contract Talent is currently seeking a skilled Accountant/Purchasing Analyst to join our client’s team on a temporary basis. This position has become available due to internal restructuring and is essential for maintaining the accurate flow of procurement and inventory management within a dynamic, high-impact organization. Position Overview: The Accountant/Purchasing Analyst will be responsible for managing the procurement process, reconciling inventory data, and ensuring accurate cost accounting. This role involves working closely with vendors, internal departments, and stakeholders to ensure the timely and efficient flow of materials and services, all while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Procedural Accountability (35%): Review purchase orders for accuracy, ensuring that General Ledger (G/L) codes, approvals, and budget items are correct. Match approved orders to invoices, coordinate with the Accounts Payable Associate, and maintain procurement and inventory processes. Prepare and present weekly production reports, collaborating closely with the Marketing/Communications department. Inventory Supervision (30%): Monitor and verify inventory status with vendors, maintain accurate records of inventory receipts and purchases, and ensure timely resolution of any discrepancies. Perform regular inventory counts to ensure data integrity. General Ledger (15%): Reconcile inventory balances in the general ledger against fulfillment house records. Prepare journal entries related to cost of goods sold, product returns, and inventory adjustments. Customer Service (15%): Continuously seek ways to improve operations, streamline workflows, and deliver exceptional customer service both internally and externally. Other Duties (5%): Additional tasks as assigned to support the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement process. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; a Master’s degree is preferred. Certification as a Purchasing Professional is a plus. Experience: 5-10 years of related experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management. Familiarity with MIP fund accounting and Aptify is advantageous. Skills: Strong communication and negotiation skills, supplier management, proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and a solid understanding of supply chain management and risk management. Location: Onsite. Work Hours: Flexible; however, a commitment to occasional extended hours during critical periods is required. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please contact us at (314) 262-4344 to learn more. We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you further.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; a Master’s degree is preferred. • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel. • Strong understanding of supply chain management, cost accounting, and risk management. • Certification related to purchasing or procurement is a plus. • Ability to analyze and reconcile inventory data with General Ledger records. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills for vendor and stakeholder interactions. • Familiarity with fund accounting systems and Aptify is advantageous.

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Saint Louis, MO
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting Contract Talent is currently seeking a skilled Accountant/Purchasing Analyst to join our client’s team on a temporary basis. This position has become available due to internal restructuring and is essential for maintaining the accurate flow of procurement and inventory management within a dynamic, high-impact organization. Position Overview: The Accountant/Purchasing Analyst will be responsible for managing the procurement process, reconciling inventory data, and ensuring accurate cost accounting. This role involves working closely with vendors, internal departments, and stakeholders to ensure the timely and efficient flow of materials and services, all while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Procedural Accountability (35%): Review purchase orders for accuracy, ensuring that General Ledger (G/L) codes, approvals, and budget items are correct. Match approved orders to invoices, coordinate with the Accounts Payable Associate, and maintain procurement and inventory processes. Prepare and present weekly production reports, collaborating closely with the Marketing/Communications department. Inventory Supervision (30%): Monitor and verify inventory status with vendors, maintain accurate records of inventory receipts and purchases, and ensure timely resolution of any discrepancies. Perform regular inventory counts to ensure data integrity. General Ledger (15%): Reconcile inventory balances in the general ledger against fulfillment house records. Prepare journal entries related to cost of goods sold, product returns, and inventory adjustments. Customer Service (15%): Continuously seek ways to improve operations, streamline workflows, and deliver exceptional customer service both internally and externally. Other Duties (5%): Additional tasks as assigned to support the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement process. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; a Master’s degree is preferred. Certification as a Purchasing Professional is a plus. Experience: 5-10 years of related experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management. Familiarity with MIP fund accounting and Aptify is advantageous. Skills: Strong communication and negotiation skills, supplier management, proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and a solid understanding of supply chain management and risk management. Location: Onsite. Work Hours: Flexible; however, a commitment to occasional extended hours during critical periods is required. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please contact us at (314) 262-4344 to learn more. We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you further.
2025-09-03T16:19:09Z