<p>We are seeking an experienced and motivated <strong>Inventory Manager</strong> to oversee inventory accounting, inventory controls, standard costing, reporting, and process improvement initiatives within a multi-site manufacturing and distribution environment. This individual will serve as the subject matter expert for inventory management and will play a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting operational decision-making, and strengthening internal controls.</p><p><br></p><p>The successful candidate will partner closely with Accounting, Operations, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Executive Leadership while helping drive system enhancements and process improvements. This position offers strong visibility within the organization and significant long-term growth potential.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of inventory accounting, valuation, and control activities.</li><li>Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple manufacturing and distribution locations.</li><li>Analyze inventory transactions, adjustments, variances, and reconciliations.</li><li>Support standard costing methodologies and ensure accurate costing of manufactured products.</li><li>Monitor raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods inventory.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.</li><li>Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Partner with operations and manufacturing leaders to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.</li><li>Develop and maintain inventory-related reporting, dashboards, and metrics.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities related to inventory and cost accounting.</li><li>Support ERP system administration and inventory-related system enhancements.</li><li>Participate in warehouse management system (WMS) implementation and optimization projects.</li><li>Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and company procedures.</li><li>Serve as a key resource for inventory, manufacturing accounting, and process improvement initiatives.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to lead payroll operations for a growing multi-location organization in the <strong>Gallatin </strong>area. This position is a<strong> contract</strong> opportunity that offers a blend of hands-on payroll processing and team leadership responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys driving accuracy, compliance, and process improvements.</p><p>Working closely with HR, Finance, and operational leadership, this individual will help ensure payroll is processed efficiently while supporting ongoing enhancements to payroll procedures and systems.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage payroll operations for employees across <strong>multiple states </strong>and locations.</li><li>Supervise and provide guidance to a small payroll team, ensuring deadlines and accuracy standards are consistently met.</li><li>Review payroll transactions, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and related adjustments.</li><li>Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll issues, discrepancies, and employee inquiries.</li><li>Support payroll-related audits, reconciliations, tax reporting, and year-end processing activities.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams on payroll reporting, employee data management, and special projects.</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements designed to increase efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.</li><li>Assist with payroll system updates, testing, and process documentation.</li><li>Travel periodically to support payroll operations at various company locations.</li></ul><p><br></p>