Senior Inventory Accountant

Senior Accountant – Inventory Sims Lifecycle Services (SLS) | West Chicago, IL Salary: Competitive based on experience About the Opportunity Sims Lifecycle Services (SLS) is a global leader in IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), data center decommissioning, server remanufacturing and electronics recycling. As the business continues to grow, SLS is looking for a Senior Accountant – Inventory to support inventory accounting across its North American and global operations. This is an opportunity to join a growing business where you can make a real impact, combining hands-on inventory accounting with broader general accounting responsibilities and the chance to improve processes, strengthen controls and help standardize procedures across multiple locations. What You'll Do Prepare and review inventory reconciliations, adjustments and valuation analysis. Support month-end close, inventory reporting and variance investigations. Monitor inventory transactions and resolve discrepancies across operational sites. Work with Finance, Operations, Logistics and Commercial teams to improve inventory accuracy. Support inventory counts, audits and internal controls. Develop and implement inventory accounting policies, procedures and process improvements. Identify opportunities to improve consistency, efficiency and reporting across multiple locations. Support wider accounting activities and special projects. What We're Looking For Inventory or distribution experience is essential. You don't need to have worked exclusively in inventory accounting, but you must understand inventory processes and how operational activity translates into accounting entries. We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in distribution, manufacturing, technology, logistics, recycling or other inventory-driven environments. You'll ideally bring: Experience with inventory accounting, reconciliations and variance analysis. Understanding of inventory movements, valuation and accounting treatment. Strong Excel and analytical skills. Experience working with Finance and Operations teams. A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving. An interest in developing processes, improving controls and implementing change. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline. CPA or CPA-track is preferred but not essential. ERP experience, audit exposure and experience documenting accounting procedures are also beneficial. Why Join SLS? This isn't a role where every process is already established. You'll have the opportunity to help shape and improve inventory accounting practices as the business grows, working across both finance and operational teams. The role is based in West Chicago, with periodic travel to operating sites during the first six months and occasional travel to other US or international locations as required. Salary: Extremely competitive, depending on experience. If you're an inventory-focused accountant who enjoys investigating issues, improving processes and taking ownership, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. Applications are managed by Discovery ADR, SLS's recruitment partner. By applying, you consent to Discovery ADR processing your information for this recruitment process and contacting you about relevant opportunities in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

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