Inventory Accountant

Role Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and analytical Inventory Accountant to manage and optimize inventory accounting across our global fashion operations. Based in Lugano, this role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate valuation, reporting, and reconciliation of inventory across retail, wholesale, and e-commerce channels. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of inventory flows, cost accounting, and ERP systems, with a passion for luxury fashion and operational precision.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

Inventory Accounting & Valuation

• Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple locations and business units
• Perform monthly and quarterly inventory reconciliations, including physical counts and system audits
• Ensure proper valuation of inventory using FIFO, weighted average, or standard cost methods

Cost Control & COGS Analysis

• Monitor and analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), inventory adjustments, and shrinkage
• Collaborate with supply chain and merchandising teams to validate landed costs, transfers, and markdowns
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with inventory-related insights

ERP & System Management

• Work within ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Stealth) to manage inventory transactions and reporting
• Ensure data integrity between finance, warehouse, and retail systems
• Assist in system upgrades, process automation, and integration projects

Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and audit requirements
• Prepare documentation and reports for internal and external audits
• Support inventory-related tax filings and statutory reporting as needed

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with finance, logistics, retail, and IT teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes
• Provide training and guidance to operational teams on inventory procedures and policies
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in inventory management and reporting

🧠 Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in inventory accounting, ideally within fashion, retail, or luxury goods
• Strong knowledge of inventory valuation methods, cost accounting, and reconciliation processes
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Excel. Stealth is preferred
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluent in English; Italian is a strong advantage