Inventory Accountant

Darigold is seeking an Inventory Accountant to be a part of the operations finance team. Reporting to the Manager - Cost Accounting, this opportunity will assist to improve our controls and processes, including valuation, policy creation and compliance, reconciliations of warehouse facilities, new warehouse setup, and supporting data integrity throughout all inventory locations.

This position will collaborate with warehouse and operational accounting personnel to ensure the appropriate tracking and management of our inventory.

What You Will Do

Own the inventory valuation and downgrade policies and methodologies, including identifying opportunities for improvement.Ensure enterprise-wide compliance with established inventory polices, including verifying reviews over the accuracy of monthly inventory counts and inventory valuation journal.Develop and enhance monthly reporting, trend analysis, and analytics on inventory balances, age, quality status, and other metrics throughout the Develop appropriate follow- up and disciplines to promote data integrity.Manage new inventory warehouse setups in the Oracle Accounting system.Prepare monthly reconciliations of all Darigold 3rd-party warehouses and manage a master schedule of responsibilities for all inventory reconciliations and periodically review supporting.Partner with the 3rd-party logistics management team to ensure proper. Collaborate with team to complete monthly inventory accounting journal entries.Financial analysis as needed to support inventory- related.Special projects and development activities in other Finance functions, as assigned.

What You Will Bring

Strong proficiency in enterprise resource systems (e.g. Oracle)Intermediate to advanced excel proficiency (creation of pivot tables, look up functions, visual basic, troubleshoot formula errors)Strong analytical skillsSolution-oriented mindsetPossess a high level of initiative andStrong attention to detail, accuracy, and precision in all tasksExcellent ability to organize information, manages tasks and projects, and use available tools to effectively contribute to the organization.Excellent oral and written communication Conveys information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents..Ability to work well with others in a team environment with minimalAbility to manage multiple projectsWillingness to work overtime to meet accountingAbility to travel (less than 20%)

Education, Experience And Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance3+ years in operational accounting or equivalent experienceManufacturing, Cost or Inventory Management experienceMBA or CMA certification a plus

Benefits Of Working At Darigold

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package – that includes:

Employer 401K contribution of up to 9%Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefitsEmployer paid life & disability Paid time off and paid holidays8 weeks paid parental Employee assistance programFlexible working arrangement where applies (up to 2 days/week after initial 90 days and approval by hiring manager and HR)Community giving through matching Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase programCompensation range: $68,637-$82,376 (individual wage based on previous experience, knowledge, and skills)

Our Commitment to Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Note

As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.