Cost and Inventory Accountant

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. Provide financial, administrative, and clerical support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, with strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel for financial analysis and reporting. Capable of managing inventory, COGS, and fixed asset reconciliations while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounts Payable ExperienceQuickBooks Enterprise ProficiencyFinancial Reconciliation SkillsInventory Management ExpertiseBachelor's Degree in Accounting

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Hard Skills

Basic Accounting PrinciplesFinancial AnalysisInventory ReconciliationCosting AnalysisExcel ProficiencyERP Systems ExperienceG/L Systems KnowledgeVariance AnalysisBill of Materials ManagementFreight Invoice Tracking

Soft Skills

Multitasking AbilityTeam-Oriented Relationship BuildingBusiness CuriosityOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksFishbowlMicrosoft OfficeExcel

Industry Keywords

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableInventory ManagementCost of Goods Sold (COGS)Fixed Asset ManagementCycle CountsProduction Output ReconciliationFinancial Reporting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPacker

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide financial, administrative, and clerical support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Monitor daily Fishbowl–QuickBooks synchronization and resolve errors
Reconcile monthly GL inventory balances to the Fishbowl inventory sub-ledger
Maintain Bill of Materials data and update standard costs for raw materials, packaging, and co-packer conversion costs
Perform work order costing and monthly variance analysis by SKU or product line
Schedule and coordinate physical inventory and cycle counts; investigate variances and book adjustments
Calculate quarterly inventory reserves for slow-moving or obsolete inventory
Review and reconcile co-packer invoices against production output
Reconcile co-packer inventory for materials shipped, consumed, and on hand
Track CapEx for production line equipment, in-service dates, and depreciation schedules
Reconcile the fixed asset sub-ledger to the GL
Track freight invoice details and enter them into QBE in partnership with Accounts Payable
Prepare freight accruals for review by the AM
Own inventory, COGS, and fixed asset close tasks and journal entries
Reconcile related balance sheet accounts
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
Ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures
Proven ability to multitask while maintaining focus and complete tasks quickly and accurately
Team-oriented relationship-building skills with accounting/finance teams, other teams, and external partners
Business curiosity and interest in improving processes and outcomes
Proven working experience in accounts payable and resolving issues
Proven experience with ERP and G/L systems; QuickBooks Enterprise is a plus
High level of comfort and understanding using Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, including building and interpreting spreadsheets
2–4 years of accounting experience
Strong experience in a fast-paced, changing environment
Organized and operationally minded
Consistent follow-through and execution
Savvy, business-curious problem-solving skills
Bachelor's/advanced degree in Accounting preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus eligibility
Health, dental, and vision insurance; employer covers 80% of premiums for employee and dependents
401(k) with a 3% company match
$500 annual company contribution to FSA
Discretionary Time Off for exempt roles
12 weeks Paid Primary Caregiver Leave
4 weeks Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave
Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage
Team gatherings and volunteer days throughout the year