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Inventory Accounting Manager

CompanyThe Merrill Company
LocationSpencer
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 7, 2026
About The Company
For nearly a century, Arnold Motor Supply has been the go-to source for needed auto parts. With 77 locations operating across the Midwest, we are one of the nation’s premier providers of replacement parts, accessories and supplies for virtually all makes of automobiles. We carry everything for a variety of automotive needs, including for the repair shop, body shop, fleets, agriculture and heavy duty. Day in and day out, our over 900 dedicated associates go the extra mile day to get the part or supply for customers when they need it. The Arnold Motor Supply brand is built around the promise that when a customer chooses us, we have their back. We fulfill that promise by placing a priority on parts, pathways, and people. For any auto part or repair needs, Arnold Motor Supply has a solution: • 77 Automotive store locations in four states • 20 Machine shops • 1 Large-capacity machine shop • 3 Parts distribution centers • 3 Industrial coatings blending centers • 2 Stand-alone refinish and auto body supply stores • 1 Aftermarket collision and automotive equipment distribution center
About the Role

Description

For almost 100 years, Arnold Motor Supply has been a leading distributor and retailer of automotive replacement parts, accessories, and equipment with 80 locations across the Midwest. We are recognized as a Top Workplace year after year because we keep it simple – our employees and customers are the most important part of everything we do. 

  • We have a work environment in which “team” matters; we are driven to accomplish what needs done, individually and together.
  • We care about each other and want to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to grow and develop.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead accounting best practices for the ongoing and active management of approximately $40 million in annual inventory purchasing.
  • Collaborate closely with Distribution and Product management to develop, implement and manage highly effective inventory management and purchasing processes and procedures.
  • Ensure appropriate metrics are in place and accurately reported to support effective decision making for related functions within Distribution and Product teams.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Play lead role in establishing and managing accounting functions related to company inventory and purchasing.
  • With VP of Distribution, spearhead physical inventory processes and procedures.
  • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures for functional areas and maintain strong internal controls over inventory transactions and reporting.
  • Approve stock invoices and changeover credits.
  • Manage inventory accounting processes, including valuation, reserves, adjustments, and reconciliations to ensure inventory transaction in accordance with GAAP and company policy.
  • Manage purchasing compliance with Alliance protocols.
  • Manage operations to ensure compliance with cycle counting and reconciliation procedures.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong focus on inventory accounting, cost accounting, or distribution environments.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and inventory valuation methods (FIFO, LIFO, weighted average).
  • Ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and finance leadership.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy and accountability.
  • Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or multi-location distribution strongly preferred.

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Key Skills
Inventory AccountingCost AccountingGAAPInventory ValuationCommunicationOrganizational SkillsDetail-OrientedAccuracyAccountabilityCross-Functional CollaborationInternal ControlsStandard Operating ProceduresCycle CountingReconciliationDiscrepancy InvestigationPurchasing Compliance
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipLogisticsRetail
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Inventory Accounting Manager will lead accounting best practices for managing approximately $40 million in annual inventory purchasing and collaborate with Distribution and Product management to enhance inventory management processes. They will also establish and manage accounting functions related to inventory and purchasing, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
162
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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