Inventory Cost Accountant

Get to know The Pokémon Company International The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.  Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com. Get to know the role Job Title: Inventory Cost Accountant Job Summary: The accountant will manage and maintain inventory balances for TPCi. FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt People Manager: No   What you’ll do Performs general cost accounting and other related duties in the accounting department. Prepares periodic reporting related to inventory. Maintains and reconciles the inventory related accounts in the general ledger. Prepares reserve entry and reconciliation for surplus and obsolete inventory. Performs month end close duties related to inventory including reconciliations, resolving subledger issues, and posting journal entries. Creates and improves inventory reporting (aging, carrying cost, turns, discrepancy, profitability) for external stakeholders to assist in inventory management and accuracy of inventory balances. Coordinates with external stakeholders to arrange and perform physical inventory counts as needed. Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit. As appropriate, coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software system; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software. Provides suggestions for and completes process improvement projects as needed.                 What you’ll bring Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise. Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience. Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting. Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. Proficient with accounting software, familiarity with Oracle Fusion preferred. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Ability to travel up to 4 times a year.   Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $85,050 – $113,000 per year. The full range is $85,050 - $153,200 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.   #LI-JL1 #LI-HybridHow you’ll be successful Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon bra...