Accounting Lead - Inventory & Costing

Overview

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking an Accounting Lead to oversee inventory and cost accounting activities within a multi‑site manufacturing or production environment. As a Lead, you will be working closely with operations and finance partners to align production data, inventory movements, and financial results.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory and cost accounting processes, including valuation, costing, and reconciliations
• Lead month‑end close activities related to inventory and cost of goods sold
• Analyze cost and usage variances and partner cross‑functionally to explain results
• Maintain documentation and internal controls in a compliance‑driven environment
• Support audits and inventory counts across multiple locations
• Identify and implement process improvements related to inventory accounting and reporting
• Lead, coach, and develop inventory or cost accounting staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in inventory or cost accounting
• Experience in a manufacturing or production‑oriented environment
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and internal control skills
• ERP system experience required; advanced Excel skills preferred
• CPA or similar certification a plus

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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