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Inventory Specialist

The Accounting department at United Container Co. is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented, and organized individual for the Accounting Department. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a professional demeanor, a willingness to learn, and the ability to adapt in our growing company.


This role is ideal for a proactive, team-oriented individual who is eager to make a positive impact on a key area of our business. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, the Inventory and Accounting Specialist will oversee a variety of inventory and accounting tasks, while acting as a bridge between the accounting department and the warehouse. The successful candidate will drive productivity and profitability by ensuring compliance with company policies and supporting accounting functions related to sales orders, purchase orders, inventory reconciliation, and other assigned duties.


Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and update inventory records using GP (Great Plains) system
  • Perform regular audits of inventory data to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
  • Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with purchasing and production teams to optimize inventory turnover.
  • Assist in the valuation of inventory using methods such as FIFO, LIFO, or Average Cost.
  • Generate inventory reports and analyze variances to support financial decision-making.
  • Conducting daily cycle counts with the goal of counting every location within the warehouse quarterly.
  • Process inventory transactions, including receipts, shipments, and adjustments.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes related to inventory accounting.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as accounting standards.
  • Participate in special projects and initiatives to improve inventory management processes.
  • Other duties as assigned due to business needs, including cross training in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
  • Carry out an assortment of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.


Skills and/or Experience
  • 3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Experience with Dynamics GP and familiarity with SalesPad is a plus.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Dynamics GP experience preferred but not required
  • Must possess strong organizational, analytical and communication skills


Working Environment:
  • Work within Team environment and the ability to interact with all company departments
  • Primarily in an office environment.
  • This position may occasionally require exposure to warehouse areas where under most areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as hi-vis vests.
  • Reports directly to Corporate Controller


Benefits:
  • 401k with company match
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off program
  • Paid holidays
  • Life insurance


Pay:
  • $25.00 + based on experience


Average salary estimate

$58500 / YEARLY (est.)
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$52000K
$65000K

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