Description We are looking for a highly skilled Sr. Inventory Accountant to manage and enhance inventory accounting processes within our client's organization. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, this role involves overseeing reconciliations, performing in-depth inventory analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in inventory management, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to improving processes. Responsibilities: • Conduct detailed reconciliations of balance sheets, bank accounts, and inventory reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. • Review weekly Distribution Center roll forwards and inventory sourcing reports to maintain data integrity. • Collaborate with teams across departments, such as Loss Prevention and Supply Chain, to monitor shrink results and enhance inventory processes. • Identify and resolve discrepancies in accounting records by researching root causes and implementing corrective measures. • Prepare and analyze journal entries, ensuring proper valuation and treatment of inventory transactions. • Act as a backup for reconciling chain-wide systematic entries and detecting potential inconsistencies in the General Ledger. • Support internal and external audits by providing timely and accurate documentation related to inventory and financial records. • Partner with IT to address system issues and monitor open items impacting inventory processes. • Provide guidance and support to international inventory teams, including occasional travel to assist with specific needs. • Maintain and update process documentation to reflect current practices and ensure compliance. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, with at least 5 years of relevant experience in inventory or financial accounting. • Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUP and complex formulas. • Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or PeopleSoft. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to identify and address discrepancies. • Demonstrated expertise in balance sheet and bank reconciliations, as well as journal entry preparation. • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while meeting deadlines. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate across teams and present findings. • A track record of developing and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .