Jobs
Senior Inventory Accountant
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization in the consumer products and distribution space that is seeking a Senior Inventory Accountant to join its accounting and…
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization in the consumer products and distribution space that is seeking a Senior Inventory Accountant to join its accounting and finance team.
This is a highly visible opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and working cross-functionally with finance, operations, and supply chain teams.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in corporate accounting, hands-on inventory experience, and a proactive mindset. This individual will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening inventory controls, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting.
Location: Burr Ridge/Hodgkins, IL
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite
Employment Type: Full-Time
Key responsibilities
Inventory Accounting & Process Improvement
Take ownership of inventory accounting procedures, controls, and reconciliations.
Develop and implement scalable inventory count procedures.
Oversee and audit cycle counts to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
Monitor inventory adjustments, investigate discrepancies, and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
Support inventory accounting and reporting related to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations.
Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory processes and reporting.
Identify opportunities for automation, technology improvements, and operational efficiencies.
Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Perform detailed variance analysis and support financial reporting.
Assist with invoice processing, matching, and general accounting activities.
Support external audits by preparing schedules and gathering necessary documentation.
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to accounting leadership.
Ideal profile
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across departments.
Ability to work onsite at least three days per week in the Burr Ridge / Hodgkins area.
Inventory accounting experience within manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, or another inventory-intensive environment.
CPA designation and/or public accounting audit experience.
Experience with inventory cycle counts, adjustments, and process improvements.
Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, or SQL.
Experience supporting automation initiatives or implementing accounting process improvements.
Exposure to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
High-Visibility Role: Make a meaningful impact on inventory accuracy, financial reporting, and operational efficiency.
Opportunity for Ownership: Take the lead on improving inventory accounting procedures and internal controls.
Growing Organization: Join an established business experiencing continued growth and operational development.
Cross-Functional Exposure: Work closely with accounting leadership, operations, and supply chain teams.
Innovation & Process Improvement: Help introduce automation and scalable solutions that improve how the business operates.
Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with three days onsite in the Burr Ridge / Hodgkins area.
Interested in Learning More?
If you're an accountant who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and taking ownership beyond traditional month-end responsibilities, we'd love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!
Compensation & benefits
Compensation detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
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About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Senior Inventory Accountant
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization in the consumer products and distribution space that is seeking a Senior Inventory Accountant to join its accounting and…
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization in the consumer products and distribution space that is seeking a Senior Inventory Accountant to join its accounting and finance team.
This is a highly visible opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and working cross-functionally with finance, operations, and supply chain teams.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in corporate accounting, hands-on inventory experience, and a proactive mindset. This individual will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening inventory controls, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting.
Location: Burr Ridge/Hodgkins, IL
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite
Employment Type: Full-Time
Key responsibilities
Inventory Accounting & Process Improvement
Take ownership of inventory accounting procedures, controls, and reconciliations.
Develop and implement scalable inventory count procedures.
Oversee and audit cycle counts to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
Monitor inventory adjustments, investigate discrepancies, and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
Support inventory accounting and reporting related to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations.
Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory processes and reporting.
Identify opportunities for automation, technology improvements, and operational efficiencies.
Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Perform detailed variance analysis and support financial reporting.
Assist with invoice processing, matching, and general accounting activities.
Support external audits by preparing schedules and gathering necessary documentation.
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to accounting leadership.
Ideal profile
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across departments.
Ability to work onsite at least three days per week in the Burr Ridge / Hodgkins area.
Inventory accounting experience within manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, or another inventory-intensive environment.
CPA designation and/or public accounting audit experience.
Experience with inventory cycle counts, adjustments, and process improvements.
Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, or SQL.
Experience supporting automation initiatives or implementing accounting process improvements.
Exposure to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
High-Visibility Role: Make a meaningful impact on inventory accuracy, financial reporting, and operational efficiency.
Opportunity for Ownership: Take the lead on improving inventory accounting procedures and internal controls.
Growing Organization: Join an established business experiencing continued growth and operational development.
Cross-Functional Exposure: Work closely with accounting leadership, operations, and supply chain teams.
Innovation & Process Improvement: Help introduce automation and scalable solutions that improve how the business operates.
Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with three days onsite in the Burr Ridge / Hodgkins area.
Interested in Learning More?
If you're an accountant who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and taking ownership beyond traditional month-end responsibilities, we'd love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!
Compensation & benefits
Compensation detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Senior Inventory Accountant
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization in the consumer products and distribution space that is seeking a Senior Inventory Accountant to join its accounting and…
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization in the consumer products and distribution space that is seeking a Senior Inventory Accountant to join its accounting and finance team.
This is a highly visible opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and working cross-functionally with finance, operations, and supply chain teams.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in corporate accounting, hands-on inventory experience, and a proactive mindset. This individual will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening inventory controls, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting.
Location: Burr Ridge/Hodgkins, IL
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite
Employment Type: Full-Time
Key responsibilities
Inventory Accounting & Process Improvement
Take ownership of inventory accounting procedures, controls, and reconciliations.
Develop and implement scalable inventory count procedures.
Oversee and audit cycle counts to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
Monitor inventory adjustments, investigate discrepancies, and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
Support inventory accounting and reporting related to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations.
Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory processes and reporting.
Identify opportunities for automation, technology improvements, and operational efficiencies.
Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Perform detailed variance analysis and support financial reporting.
Assist with invoice processing, matching, and general accounting activities.
Support external audits by preparing schedules and gathering necessary documentation.
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to accounting leadership.
Ideal profile
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across departments.
Ability to work onsite at least three days per week in the Burr Ridge / Hodgkins area.
Inventory accounting experience within manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, or another inventory-intensive environment.
CPA designation and/or public accounting audit experience.
Experience with inventory cycle counts, adjustments, and process improvements.
Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, or SQL.
Experience supporting automation initiatives or implementing accounting process improvements.
Exposure to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
High-Visibility Role: Make a meaningful impact on inventory accuracy, financial reporting, and operational efficiency.
Opportunity for Ownership: Take the lead on improving inventory accounting procedures and internal controls.
Growing Organization: Join an established business experiencing continued growth and operational development.
Cross-Functional Exposure: Work closely with accounting leadership, operations, and supply chain teams.
Innovation & Process Improvement: Help introduce automation and scalable solutions that improve how the business operates.
Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with three days onsite in the Burr Ridge / Hodgkins area.
Interested in Learning More?
If you're an accountant who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and taking ownership beyond traditional month-end responsibilities, we'd love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!
Compensation & benefits
Compensation detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.