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Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Sarasota, Florida. This role involves analyzing inventory components for tariff implications and making necessary cost adjustments. The ideal candidate will bring strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset to ensure accurate inventory and cost accounting processes. This is a part-time contract role, 20-25 hours a week. Fully remote.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate inventory components to identify those with tariff implications.

• Reconcile inventory data and resolve discrepancies through detailed analysis.

• Adjust inventory costs in Excel and ensure accurate manual updates are applied.

• Collaborate with the Controller to implement necessary changes within the system.

• Review raw materials and manufactured goods inventory to assess and update cost adjustments.

• Utilize established queries to access relevant inventory information efficiently.

• Work within time-sensitive constraints to ensure inventory numbers remain accurate.

• Perform detailed assessments of approximately 600 raw materials and 1000 manufactured goods SKUs.

• Generate accurate reports to support inventory and cost accounting processes.

Requirements • Proven experience in cost accounting, preferably with inventory-related projects.

• Familiarity with tariff implications in inventory management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively within a flexible schedule.

• Experience with manual cost adjustments and reconciliation processes.

• Knowledge of inventory systems and data analysis tools is a plus.

• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

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