Senior Manager of Inventory Accounting

Overview

The Senior Manager of Inventory Accounting is responsible for managing the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for inventory, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of related financial statements and compliance with GAAP. This position plays a hands-on role in inventory accounting operations and acts as the primary point of contact for inventory-related matters across the organization and with finance leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in retail inventory accounting and experience identifying and resolving root cause issues within financial processes. This role reports to the Director of Consolidations & Reporting and collaborates cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Merchandising.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Support the “Cavender’s Culture” and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for inventory accounting, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and inventory-related analyses, ensuring alignment with GAAP and internal controls.
• Investigate and resolve inventory valuation discrepancies, cost of goods sold variances, and shrink results.
• Act as the primary subject matter expert and liaison for inventory-related financial matters across departments.
• Partner with IT, Supply Chain, and Merchandising to ensure proper inventory flow and reporting between systems.
• Perform root cause analysis on inventory and margin variances; identify and work with finance leadership to implement solutions and improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Assist with the implementation and improvement of inventory accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support external audit requests and ensure audit-ready documentation is maintained.
• Assist in the design and testing of system enhancements or updates affecting inventory accounting.
• Develop and maintain inventory reporting and metrics to support business decision-making.
• Partner with FP&A on inventory forecasting, reserves, and margin reporting.
• Assist in special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
• 7-9+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Deep understanding of US GAAP, with emphasis on inventory and cost accounting.
• Strong analytical skills and experience performing root cause analysis and process troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger systems, ERP platforms, and inventory sub-ledgers.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments and levels of leadership.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/reporting systems.
• Based in Tyler, TX at our home office; Tyler area residence.

Preferred Skills

• 3 years specifically focused on retail inventory accounting.
• Retail or consumer goods industry experience.

• Public audit experience; preferably with Big 4 or regional firms.

• Experience with large ERP systems (SAP or similar ERP system experience preferred).
• Process improvement or systems implementation experience.
• Ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• A proactive, curious mindset focused on continuous learning and problem-solving.

 

 

Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law

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Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at at (888) 361 – 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store.