Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Durham (Hybrid)

ABOUT US:

We thrive on operational excellence, strong governance, and financial integrity. Our mission is to maintain world-class accounting standards and deliver accurate, reliable financial insights across key business operations. We work closely with Supply Chain, Operations, FP&A, and external partners to safeguard balance sheet integrity and support scalable company growth.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Accounting Manager – Inventory & Non-Current Assets plays a key execution role within the corporate accounting function. In this role, you will manage day-to-day accounting operations across high-risk balance sheet areas, including inventory, fixed assets, construction-in-progress (CIP), and right-of-use (ROU) lease assets. This role contributes to the Company’s financial execution, compliance, and audit readiness under U.S. GAAP through rigorous close management, key account ownership, and cross-functional leadership. The role operates within established internal controls and policies set by accounting leadership, applies US GAAP to assigned technical areas, and partners with peers across Operations, Supply Chain, and FP&A to deliver accurate, timely, and well-documented results. We are looking for a disciplined, detail-oriented professional with a strong ownership mindset and a pragmatic approach to operational accounting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounting Operations

• Own end-to-end inventory accounting across the full lifecycle, including capitalization, reserves, adjustments, write-offs, obsolescence, and period-end valuation.
• Oversee accounting for fixed assets and construction-in-progress (CIP), including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, impairments, and disposals.
• Own accounting operations for operating and finance leases, including ROU assets, lease liabilities, amortization, remeasurements, and modifications in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 842).
• Review and approve detailed account reconciliations, subledger-to-general ledger rollforwards, and schedule tie-outs to ensure audit readiness and resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities across inventory, fixed assets, and lease schedules to consistently meet tight reporting deadlines.

Technical Accounting & Controls

• Maintain and document accounting policies, technical guidance, and internal review controls across assigned asset classes.
• Design, execute, and operate key internal controls to safeguard company assets, mitigate risk, and ensure accurate financial presentation.
• Address complex and judgmental accounting matters with strong technical documentation, supporting review controls, and period-over-period consistency.
• Identify control gaps, subledger complexities, or recurring operational issues and drive sustainable remediation solutions.

Stakeholder Partnership & Audit Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors for inventory, fixed asset, and lease scope areas.
• Prepare comprehensive PBC packages, pull audit samples, and respond directly to audit inquiries with clear documentation.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and FP&A on capital spend tracking, cutoff alignment, inventory movements, and forecasting support.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 1–2 offshore accounting resources, providing clear context, review, and coaching.
• Delegate work thoughtfully — establishing clear expectations, driving standardization in deliverables, and supporting team growth and scalability.
• Provide regular performance feedback and maintain high standards for accuracy, timeliness, and documentation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related business field
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with specialized expertise in inventory and fixed asset accounting
• Direct, hands-on experience with lease accounting (ASC 842) / ROU assets
• Prior leadership experience, including managing offshore or shared services accounting teams
• Strong understanding of US GAAP principles and internal control frameworks
• Hands-on proficiency with major ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite) with subledger complexity

Preferred

• Experience operating in complex supply chains, retail, or inventory-heavy operating environments
• Experience managing cross-functional workflows with FP&A and Operations teams
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on fixing foundational processes before optimizing

WHY JOIN US?

• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match options.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday schedule.
• Career pathing and continuous advancement opportunities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status.