Senior Accountant- Cost Inventory

Senior Accountant- Cost Inventory

$ 90000 - $ 100000 / Year

Petaluma, California

Permanent

Accounting & Finance

LHH is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant with strong inventory and cost accounting expertise to join our client's finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on accounting environment, has a strong foundation in debits and credits, and enjoys working closely with operations. The position offers a unique opportunity to oversee wine and spirits inventory accounting, with growth potential to expand into broader areas of financial reporting and analysis. The anticipated salary for this role is between $90,000-$100,000 a year.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes for inventory and related accounts.
• Record and reconcile all inventory activity, including grape and bulk costing, packaging, and finished goods.
• Partner with operations and FP&A to oversee production accounting, standard vs. actual costs, overhead application, and variance analysis.
• Assess inventory reserves and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Lead the preparation of monthly bank reporting for inventory, including explanations of significant variances.
• Serve as the main point of contact for inventory during audits, providing roll forwards, reconciliations, and supporting analyses.
• Support the Director of Finance in financial statement review, annual audit, and process improvements.
• Oversee grape and bulk accounting, particularly during harvest season (e.g., overhead applications, grower assessment remittance, reconciliations).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing or inventory-driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience required (Microsoft Navision a plus).
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze details and recommend solutions.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with strong communication skills and a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• Three weeks PTO (increasing to four weeks after two years).
• 12 paid holidays annually.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Significant employee discounts on wine and spirits.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with a focus on work-life balance, professional growth, and mentorship.

Pay Details: $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

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