Accounting Manager

Location: Durham, NC (Hybrid) ABOUT US: Victra is Verizon's largest premium retailer, built on operational excellence, strong governance, and financial integrity. Our Corporate Accounting team maintains world-class accounting standards and delivers accurate, reliable financial insight across the business — partnering closely with Supply Chain, Operations, FP&A, and external audit teams to protect balance sheet integrity and support the company's growth. JOB DESCRIPTION: As Accounting Manager – Inventory & Non-Current Assets, you'll own day-to-day accounting for some of our highest-risk balance sheet areas: inventory, fixed assets, construction-in-progress (CIP), and right-of-use (ROU) lease assets. You'll bring discipline to the close process, strengthen controls, keep the business audit-ready under U.S. GAAP, and lead 1–2 offshore accounting team members to deliver accurate, timely, well-documented results. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: This role is aligned to Victra's leadership competency framework: Results Driven / Financial Execution & Reporting Own end-to-end inventory, fixed asset, CIP, and lease accounting — capitalization, reserves, depreciation, ROU assets, and disposals — under U.S. GAAP and ASC 842. Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close, resolving reconciling items promptly and consistently hitting deadlines. Review and approve reconciliations, roll forwards, and tie-outs, and operate the key controls that safeguard company assets. Apply U.S. GAAP and risk awareness to complex, judgmental matters, connecting accounting priorities to company goals and scalable growth. Customer Focus & Relationship Building / Cross-Functional Partnership & Audit Support Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and FP&A on capital spend, inventory movement, cutoff alignment, and forecasting. Deliver clear, timely, audit-ready information to stakeholders, backed by well-supported documentation. Build trusted relationships across Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, FP&A, and external audit teams. Serve as the primary contact for external auditors on inventory, fixed assets, and leases — coordinating PBC packages and inquiries. Change Management / Process Improvement Identify control gaps and recurring issues, then lead sustainable remediation and process standardization. Challenge inefficient practices and guide the team through process or system changes with clear rationale. Talent Management & Inspirational Leadership / Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop 1–2 offshore accounting resources through delegation, review, and regular coaching. Set consistent standards for accuracy, timeliness, and ownership, and give timely, specific feedback. Model financial integrity, sound judgment, and disciplined execution in high-risk accounting areas. Build confidence in the accounting function through technical credibility and dependable follow-through. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Required Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including specialized expertise in inventory and fixed asset accounting. Direct, hands-on experience with lease accounting under ASC 842 and ROU assets. Prior leadership experience, including oversight of offshore or shared-services accounting resources. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks. Hands-on proficiency with a major ERP system (Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite) in an environment with subledger complexity. Preferred CPA or equivalent certification. Experience in retail, complex supply chains, or other inventory-intensive environments. Experience managing cross-functional workflows with FP&A and Operations. Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on stabilizing 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 and holiday schedule. Career pathing and continuous advancement opportunities. VICTRA VALUES: Integrity | Collaboration | Innovation | Performance | Celebration 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr