Senior Inventory Accountant

Senior Inventory Accountant at LHH Senior Inventory Accountant at LHH in Austin, Texas Posted in about 23 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Senior Inventory Accountant | Austin, TX (Hybrid) $85K-$95K + 5-10% Bonus (typically toward the higher end)

Location:

South Austin / SE Austin (Riverside Area) A client of ours-one of Austin's fastest-growing and most dynamic consumer product companies-is looking to add a Senior Inventory Accountant to their team. This is a high-impact, highly visible role where inventory is at the core of the business. You'll take full ownership of inventory accounting across a complex, multi-location distribution environment and partner directly with operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and scalability as the company continues to grow. Why This Role Stands Out Opportunity to own inventory accounting end-to-end across multiple warehouses Direct exposure to and partnership with operations, supply chain, and leadership Join a high-growth, well-established company with strong momentum and continued investment in infrastructure Role offers real ownership from day one-this is not a back-office, maintenance position Blend of technical accounting + operational involvement (you'll be close to the business, not removed from it) Strong bonus structure with a track record of paying toward the higher end Clear opportunity to make an immediate impact in a function critical to the company's success What You'll Be Responsible For Owning inventory accounting across multiple warehouses and distribution channels Managing inventory valuation, including excess/obsolete inventory, returns, and adjustments Supporting month-end close with a focus on inventory-related entries and balance sheet accuracy Maintaining and reconciling inventory-related accounts, including in-transit inventory and landed costs Reviewing and validating cost components (freight, duties, tariffs, storage, etc.) Partnering closely with operations and supply chain teams to track inventory movement and resolve discrepancies Analyzing purchase price variances and identifying trends or issues Supporting cycle counts and physical inventory processes, including reconciliation and audit readiness Driving process improvements and helping scale accounting workflows within a growing ERP environment What They're Looking For 5+ years of accounting experience with strong inventory or cost accounting exposure Proven experience in an inventory-heavy environment (distribution, manufacturing, retail, etc.) Strong understanding of inventory valuation and cost flow methods (FIFO, weighted average, etc.) Experience working in ERP systems with inventory subledgers Solid Excel skills and ability to reconcile and analyze data efficiently Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with minimal ramp-up Strong attention to detail with a high ownership, accountability mindset Key Expectations & What Success Looks Like Quickly take ownership of inventory accounting with minimal training or ramp-up Deliver accurate, reliable inventory reporting and tight balance sheet reconciliations Act as a trusted partner to operations, helping bridge the gap between accounting and the business Identify issues early and proactively solve problems before they escalate Improve processes and contribute to building a more scalable, efficient accounting function Maintain strong control over a critical area of the business in a high-volume environment The Opportunity This role is ideal for someone who prefers to be c lose to the business, not stuck in purely transactional accounting. Inventory is a core driver of this company's success, and the person in this role will have direct influence on accuracy, visibility, and operational decision-making. It's a great opportunity for someone who: Enjoys ownership and autonomy Wants to be in a high-growth, fast-paced environment Takes pride in building structure and improving processes Is confident in their inventory accounting skillset and ready to make an immediate impact

Note:

This is a role that requires strong, hands-on inventory accounting experience. It is not designed for someone looking to learn inventory accounting for the first time.