Sr. Inventory Accountant - Starboard Cruise Services

The Sr. Accountant – Inventory Accounting is responsible to oversee and manage the inventory and inventory reserve balances in the GL. This position will also coordinate the reconciliation of monthly inventory analytics, provide forecasts and budget details as needed, manage inventory valuations and reserve calculations. The positions is also responsible to review and record journal entries during month-end closing, Inventory and Inventory reserve account reconciliations and management of the Aged Inventory reserve calculations. Liaison with the business to ensure accuracy of reserves and other inventory related expenses. Adhoc Inventory reconciliations as needed.

What you’ll be doing:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inventory GL/Reserves:

• Monitor all Inventory transactions in the general ledger
• Perform Analytics of Monthly Shrink expense and other inventory expenses in the PL
• Ensure transactions related to inventory are posted timely and accurately
• Investigate any variances in GM related to the cost of inventory – weighted average cost/FIFO
• Analyze, interpret and develop monthly inventory activity reports for all related inventory transactions
• Oversee all Inventory Reserves to ensure proper reserves are recorded monthly
• Liaison with multiple business partners in calculating and reviewing the Aged Inventory, Customer Service and Reverse Logistics Inventory Reserves    

  Physical Inventory and Cycle Counts:

• Perform detail analysis into possible causes of shrinkage and ship inventory results, make recommendations based on results of analysis
• Ensure PI’s, Cycle Counts and Inventory Adj. are posted in the GL timely and accurately – perform accruals as needed
• Attend the DC physical Inventory and liaison with the Inventory Supervisor to perform audits of counts and review the reconciliation of the results

  Consignment Vendor Reconciliations:

• Oversee the consignment vendor reconciliation process to ensure the reconciliations are aligned to the GL balances
• Ensure reconciliations are done on a regular basis as stated on the vendor’s agreement
• Reconcile the GL associated to the Consignment vendors and ensure balances are correct
• Work closely with the AP Manager and Inventory Supervisor to maintain the Periodic Activity current and accurate  

   Accounting Close:

• Prepare and book monthly journal entries related to shrink, inventory on hand and inventory reserves
• Follow by Performing Account Reconciliations for assigned accounts and support to General Ledger       

   Audit:

• Responsible for internal and external audit requirements related to inventory, inventory shrink and inventory reserves
• Ensure compliance with internal control guidelines related to inventory, if applicable
• Liaison with the Asset Protection team and Inventory Supervisor on improvements to processes      

  ADHOC:

• Complete ADHOC financial analysis related to inventory as requested, and partner with other departments to implement new policies and educate everyone on the company’s policies and procedures as it pertains to Inventory.

What we’re looking for:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting.

Preferred Education & Experience: Some Inventory Management Experience preferre

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understand different types of Inventory methods – FIFO and Weighted Average cost
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Specially MS Excel)
• Ability to work at fast pace, processing large volume if numerical data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Decision Making: 

• Duties and activities reviewed periodically. Supervisor monitors work progress and determines actions on unusual items. Moderate level of problem solving ability.

Travel Requirements:

• 10% or less travel required

Other:Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkSome flexibility in hours is permitted, employee must be available during the “core” work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday and must work 30 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Physical Demands:Office environment with frequent sitting, walking and standing, occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling use of office machinery. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Oral and auditory enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication automated devise such as the telephone.

What we commit to:

At Starboard Cruise Services and Onboard Media curating a vibrant world can only be accomplished by vibrant and diverse teams. We are committed to nurturing a workplace where you can feel safe to show up authentically and thrive while being uniquely you. Our North Star guides us to deliver equal employment opportunities for all individuals and to providing employees with an equitable work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the guests we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these promises.

We believe our differences make us stronger and are curious to see you leverage your lived experiences to strengthen our team, our culture and your career. At Starboard Cruise Services and Onboard Media we take action so that no one is discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability (physical, mental or sensory), ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, genetic information, family care status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions will be made based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.

So come onboard with us and celebrate a culture that attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work.