Description Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Inventory Accountant for ongoing opportunities with our clients in need of accounting professionals. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and reconcile inventory activities accurately while supporting the accounting and operations teams in achieving company objectives. This position offers the opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and you will contribute to the financial health and accuracy of inventory operations for our clients. Key Responsibilities: + Oversee and maintain accurate inventory records, ensuring all discrepancies are identified, investigated, and resolved promptly. + Perform reconciliation of inventory accounts, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, to align with general ledger accounts. + Generate, analyze, and present reports on inventory levels, costs, and variances to management. + Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries related to inventory. + Assist with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and audits, and ensure that inventory control systems are updated regularly. + Work closely with operations and procurement teams to ensure inventory accuracy and process improvements. + Continuously improve and streamline inventory accounting policies, workflows, and systems. Requirements + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience). + Proven accounting experience, with a strong preference for exposure to inventory-related accounting. + Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices related to inventory and its impact on the financial statements. + Previous experience working with inventory-related accounting is highly preferred. + Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including advanced functions, formulas, and data manipulation capabilities. + Exceptional accuracy and focus on details to ensure precise inventory tracking and analysis. + Effective communication (written and verbal) to collaborate seamlessly with internal teams and external stakeholders. + Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment. 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) .