Senior Inventory Accountant, Inventory/COGS
Alto Pharmacy
Job Summary
As a senior contributor, you will partner cross-functionally, drive automation and efficiency, and serve as a subject matter expert in inventory accounting. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager, Inventory Accounting.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead the preparation and recording of journal entries for complex inventory and cost accounting transactions.
Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and present weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc financial reporting packages for senior leadership.
Analyze financial statements, general ledger data, and inventory metrics to identify discrepancies, trends, and risks, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual analytical reviews to validate account balances and support financial statement integrity.
Proactively identify and implement improvements in end-to-end inventory processes, with a focus on automation and scalability.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and external reporting requirements.
Research complex accounting issues, provide clear recommendations in alignment with US GAAP, and document findings.
Maintain and update accounting policies, internal controls, and process documentation.
Support interim and year-end audits, preparing timely and accurate deliverables.
Lead and support ad-hoc projects and requests from management.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong focus on inventory and cost accounting.
Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and accounting for complex transactions.
Demonstrated experience managing high volumes of inventory data across a large SKU base.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct variance analysis, identify root causes, and propose solutions.
Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
Proficiency with accounting systems (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, SAP, Coupa preferred) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills.
Demonstrated success partnering with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and drive process improvements.
Strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and a team-first approach.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
Experience in public accounting (Senior Accountant/Senior Auditor) with GAAP compliance responsibilities.
Prior experience in healthcare or a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Additional Information
Additional Physical Job Requirements
Physical requirements for this role include the ability to work at a computer terminal with monitor, keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, and reach for equipment and supplies, make frequent repetitive motions required to operate a computer that include the wrists, hands and fingers, and lift, carry, push, pull, and move light objects. The role also requires the ability to effectively communicate through verbal interactions, discern auditory information, and visually perceive details to perform essential job functions.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and similar applicable state laws, it is Alto’s policy to provide reasonable accommodation to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: $112000 - 140,000
Commission Eligible: No
Travel: No - Required up to 0% of the time.
Location Requirement: Employment at Alto is limited to individuals residing in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, Illinois, New York, Kansas, Texas, Maryland, Washington (WA), Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Wisconsin.
Employment Requirement: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. At this time, Alto is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Benefits: Full-time: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Group Life, AD&D, Employer paid STD/LTD, generous PTO and parental leave.
Application deadline: October 12, 2025
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Alto Pharmacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation during any portion of the application or hiring process, please contact us at CandidateHelp@alto.com.
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