What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Accounting Specialist position at RGP?
RGP is seeking an Inventory Accounting Specialist to support inventory accounting, gross margin analysis, and operational accounting activities for a leading organization. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations Accounting, this role is responsible for analyzing inventory and cost accounting reports, investigating discrepancies, supporting inventory controls, and partnering closely with branch and finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and collaborating with operations and finance teams in a fast-paced environment.
What you will work on
At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.
Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and collaborating with operations and finance teams in a fast-paced environment.
What you will work on
- Perform daily analysis of gross margin, inventory, and cost accounting reports for an assigned region.
- Research and resolve inventory discrepancies, questionable margin results, and inventory-related exceptions.
- Partner with branch managers, branch personnel, and finance teams to ensure accurate reporting of inventory transactions and margins.
- Support Regional Finance Managers and Analysts with inventory investigations and transaction reviews.
- Complete monthly SOX reporting and internal control activities related to inventory accounting.
- Review and validate inventory adjustments submitted by operational teams.
- Assist with consignment inventory processes and related reporting.
- Participate in annual physical inventory counts, reconciliations, variance analysis, and adjustment activities.
- Prepare journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and review accounting transactions for accuracy.
- Support month-end close activities and inventory accounting processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Experience in accounting, finance, inventory accounting, or cost accounting.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Experience working with ERP systems.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
- Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
- Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).
At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.
Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.