Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accountant - Inventory to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate, compliant financial records in Lexington, Kentucky. This position plays a key role in inventory-focused accounting activities while partnering with internal teams to deliver timely reporting, analysis, and month-end close support. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insight.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee accounting activities related to inventory and other assigned functional areas, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and submitted on schedule.
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and support the production of financial statements and related reporting packages.
• Compile and review internal and external reports, disclosures, and filings to ensure alignment with company standards and regulatory expectations, including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Analyze financial results and explain trends, variances, and key findings to help leadership make informed business decisions.
• Partner with cross-functional departments to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and achieve accounting and operational objectives.
• Support and help coordinate the period-end close process, monitoring deadlines and contributing to the timely completion of required deliverables.
• Use accounting systems and reporting tools, including Microsoft Office and ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics AX2012 when applicable, to manage financial data and reporting tasks.
• Carry out additional accounting-related assignments as needed to support team priorities and business needs.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 4 years of relevant accounting experience or comparable specialized training.
• Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics AX2012 is preferred.
• Strong understanding of compliance-driven reporting and internal control expectations.
• Certification or license is preferred.
