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Auterion · 1 month ago

Inventory Accounting Manager

Arlington, Virginia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Auterion is building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. The Inventory Accounting Manager will design and implement processes to ensure proper recordkeeping and reconciliation for the company's global inventory accounting operations, bridging the gap between operations and accounting teams.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Drone ManagementDronesInformation TechnologyOpen SourceOperating SystemsRoboticsSoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly close process for inventory and COGS, including journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting

Ensure accurate inventory costing and valuation, including landed cost, freight, duties, variances, and other COGS components

Own the inventory subledger and ensure alignment with the general ledger

Oversee purchase accrual processes and work with Procurement and AP to ensure accuracy and completeness

Analyze inventory, open PO Commitments, demand forecasts and other financial and operational data, and provide recommendations to management

Identify and support continual process improvements for increased efficiency and timely reporting

Monitor and analyze inventory movements, including in-transit, consignment, write-offs, and returns, and ensure appropriate accounting treatment

Drive process improvements related to inventory and COGS accounting, including documentation of policies and procedures and automation

Partner with FP&A and Operations to provide timely and accurate analysis of COGS trends and inventory balances along with insights and reporting regarding inventory and margin drivers

Support the annual financial audit, including the preparation of spreadsheets or reports that support the financial statement numbers (e.g., inventory balances, COGS breakdown, inventory adjustments) and responses related to inventory and COGS

Support physical inventory and cycle count processes and ensure results are reflected properly and timely in financial statements

Qualification

CPAGAAP/IFRSERP systemsInventory accountingAdvanced ExcelAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably in a tech, manufacturing, or high-growth environment with at least 3 years of inventory experience

Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, with expertise in inventory valuation and cost accounting

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills

Experience in accounting processes in a high-growth or start-up environment

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on attention to detail

Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams and functions

US Citizenship required