Hardware Finance & Accounting Professional

We’re looking for a highly experienced, versatile, and hardworking Hardware Finance & Accounting Professional (manager, senior manager, controller) to work collaboratively with our finance and hardware teams. This role will be responsible for the business and finance & accounting aspects of our hardware business: Responsibilities Lead forecasting for the hardware products’ life cycle and on a monthly basis to send to our contract manufacturers. Issue monthly purchase orders based on forecasts to contract manufacturers and ensure the build is consistent with forecasts. Monitor actual demand against forecast for the hardware business, assess performance and inventory levels, and raise options to the team to align trajectory/course‑correct, if necessary. Analyze hardware product costs for end‑consumer, retailer/distributor pricing for product life cycle, and participate in decision‑making. Analyze sales promotions and discounts during the product life cycle, forecast volumes related to these events, evaluate performance and learnings for future events, and participate in decision‑making. Participate in discussions on expanding hardware into additional countries and new sales channels; assist with the implementation of finance responsibilities as needed. Lead hardware cost accounting, invoicing, inventory tracking and related reconciliations. Address ad‑hoc needs as they arise. Continue to streamline processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Assist in department planning, as needed. Cross‑train with other team members. Requirements Business degree, preferably major in accounting. Public accounting experience preferred. CPA preferred. 7+ years of experience in business functions, with a minimum of 5 years in accounting/finance functions and a minimum of 3 years in distribution of physical goods (preferably consumer electronics). Intermediate skills in Excel and accounting software. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to identify issues, research and elevate when necessary. Ability to see the "forest" in addition to the "trees". Flexibility, passion and drive to improve processes. Curiosity and willingness to take on new tasks/projects. Self‑starter; ability to work independently and collaborate with others (focus on team/company success). Strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Benefits Opportunity to collaborate with experts across a range of disciplines. Work environment and flexible schedule in support of families and domestic partnerships. Culture eager to become stronger through diversity of all forms. Exceptional health insurance coverage. Unrivaled employer match for our 401(k) retirement plan. Generous vacation and family leave. On‑site amenities supporting health and efficiency. Fertility and adoption assistance. Salary $150K - $200K, depending on experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Valve strives to improve the diversity of our teams to better serve our diverse global audience. We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Candidates will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, family status, veteran status or disability status. Valve is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in the workplace. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valve Software