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BarkInventory Cost Accounting Manager
Bark seeks an Inventory Cost Accounting Manager for a full-time, remote position within the United States. Bark operates as a dog product company that designs subscription…
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Bark seeks an Inventory Cost Accounting Manager for a full-time, remote position within the United States. Bark operates as a dog product company that designs subscription boxes, retail merchandise, and direct-to-consumer items with monthly themed releases. In this role, the incumbent reports directly to the Controller and takes charge of inventory and cost of goods sold accounting across multiple third-party logistics warehouses and manufacturing partners. The position involves guiding a…
Job Description
Bark seeks an Inventory Cost Accounting Manager for a full-time, remote position within the United States. Bark operates as a dog product company that designs subscription boxes, retail merchandise, and direct-to-consumer items with monthly themed releases. In this role, the incumbent reports directly to the Controller and takes charge of inventory and cost of goods sold accounting across multiple third-party logistics warehouses and manufacturing partners. The position involves guiding a team of accountants, partnering with cross-functional groups such as Operations, Finance, and systems teams, and maintaining audit-ready financial controls. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in inventory and cost accounting, strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance within a public company setting, and proficiency with NetSuite or comparable enterprise resource planning platforms. The candidate must also demonstrate a passion for dogs, capability in process improvement and automation, and readiness for potential quarterly travel to New York City and third-party warehouses.
Responsibilities
- Manage accounting for inventory and cost of goods sold across third-party logistics warehouses and manufacturing partners
- Produce a timely monthly inventory close while providing leadership with insights on cost of goods sold and gross margin drivers
- Maintain tight financial controls and keep inventory audit-ready by reviewing journal entries and reconciliations
- Oversee physical inventory counts and assist with quarterly reviews as well as the annual audit
- Lead, coach, and support a team of accountants to deliver accurate financial results
- Collaborate with operations and finance teams to enhance data accuracy and implement automated or artificial intelligence tools for efficient workflows
Requirements
- Background in inventory and cost accounting within consumer products, retail, manufacturing, or direct-to-consumer industries
- Practical expertise in inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, landed costs, reserves, and reconciliations
- Familiarity with US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley controls in a public company setting
- Experience managing and mentoring accounting professionals
- Working knowledge of NetSuite or similar enterprise resource planning systems and inventory applications
- Availability for potential quarterly travel to New York City and third-party logistics warehouses
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive base salary between $115,000 and $130,000 per year
- Equity eligibility
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Pet wellness coverage
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a full-time remote position open to candidates based in the United States, though it may require potential quarterly travel to New York City and third-party logistics warehouses.
What is the salary range for the Inventory Cost Accounting Manager?
The base salary range for this role is $115,000 to $130,000 per year, and the position is also eligible for equity.
What software experience is required?
The posting specifies experience with NetSuite or similar enterprise resource planning systems and inventory management applications.
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