Senior Inventory Accountant

Senior Inventory Accountant

Lithonia, GA
$70,000–$90,000 annually (depending on experience)

About the Organization

We are a leader in the food service industry, offering a wide range of products and services to diverse customers. Our team is rooted in values of integrity, quality service, inclusion, and ongoing employee development—creating an environment where individuals can grow, innovate, and contribute to long‑term success.

Overview of the Senior Inventory Accountant Role

The Senior Inventory Accountant will play a key role in managing daily cost accounting functions including costing, pricing, reporting, and resource allocation. The Senior Inventory Accountant should have a strong understanding of GAAP and maintain a high level of accuracy, compliance, and operational support.

Responsibilities of the Senior Inventory Accountant

The Senior Inventory Accountant will:

• Manage and analyze departmental financials by preparing period‑end journal entries, monitoring overhead expenses, and ensuring accuracy and GAAP compliance through detailed reconciliations and discrepancy resolution.


• Lead cost analysis efforts by gathering and evaluating product, raw material, labor, and overhead cost changes to support pricing strategies, cost‑saving initiatives, and key business decisions.


• Partner with operations teams—particularly liquid products—to maintain accurate, timely financial information that supports performance monitoring and operational decision‑making.


• Oversee and maintain cost and inventory systems, ensuring computerized standard costs and inventory records are accurate, current, and provide meaningful financial insights.


• Support broader planning efforts by assisting with capital budgeting, month‑end close, budgeting, pricing updates, and feasibility studies for new products, processes, or initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications of the Senior Inventory Accountant

The Senior Inventory Accountant should have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required).


• At least two years of experience in cost accounting with computerized inventory systems.


• Proficiency with AS400 or a similar system (highly preferred).


• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and Index/Match.

If you are a Senior Inventory Accountant who thrives in a values‑driven, people‑focused environment, we encourage you to apply today!