Senior Accountant, North America Controllership

Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.

This role is Hybrid out of either our Shelton, CT or NYC office

The Senior Inventory Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's inventory accounting and financial reporting. This position leads key inventory accounting activities, including inventory reconciliations, reserve analysis, standard cost support, and inventory-related journal entries. The Senior Inventory Accountant partners closely with the Global Business Services (GBS) team, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, and Finance to ensure inventory transactions are accurately recorded and comply with internal controls and US GAAP. Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous process improvement.

Accountabilities:

• Preparation of inventory-related journal entries in accordance with company policies and US GAAP.

• Lead monthly inventory account reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of reconciling items.

• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure inventory transactions, costing, and adjustments are accurately reflected in the financial statements.

• Analyze inventory reserves, including Excess & Obsolete (E&O), inventory valuation, and other inventory-related estimates.

• Support inventory cycle counts and physical inventories by reviewing variances, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.

• Review and approve inventory-related documentation for internal and external audits, providing timely support for auditor requests.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements, identifying opportunities to strengthen inventory accounting processes.

• Analyze inventory trends, variances, and key performance indicators to provide actionable insights to management.

• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accounting efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.

• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong emphasis on inventory or cost accounting.

• CPA certification strongly preferred.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze large datasets and identify trends.

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, particularly inventory valuation and cost accounting principles.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Global Business Services.

Desirable Education, Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a publicly traded U.S. company preferred.

• Big 4 public accounting experience is a strong plus.

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, BlackLine, Hyperion, or similar ERP and financial reporting systems.

• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, manufacturing accounting, and inventory controls.

• Experience managing intercompany inventory transactions and inventory movements across multiple locations.

• Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience supporting SOX compliance, inventory audits, and internal control documentation.

Working Relationships:

• Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, IT, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit, and Global Business Services (GBS). Collaborate with internal and external auditors and third-party outsourced accounting teams to ensure accurate inventory reporting and compliance.

Working Environment:

• Ability to work outside of standard business hours during month-end close, quarter-end, year-end, and physical inventory activities as needed.

• Occasional travel to manufacturing plants or distribution centers may be required.

The salary range for this position is $104,000–$140,000. Compensation for this position varies based on a range of equal opportunity factors, including but not limited to role scope, level of experience, relevant skills, education and credentials, external and internal benchmarks for equivalent roles and experience, business sector, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the specific facts and circumstances of each case. In addition to base salary, the total rewards package may also include, for eligible roles, bonus, and long-term Incentive. Edgewell offers competitive employee benefits, including medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can provide additional details regarding total rewards offerings and the applicable salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.