Job Details

Job Overview

We are seeking an Inventory Accountant to oversee critical financial operations related to inventory management, cost accounting, and daily bookkeeping for a fast-growing, eco-friendly consumer goods company. In addition to performing key accounting functions, this role will manage and mentor a Bookkeeper who handles daily QuickBooks entries, initial AR/AP, Bill.com transactions, and expense processing. Reporting to the fractional CFO and company leadership, this position will prepare financial reports, drive special projects, and ensure overall compliance with relevant regulations. If you thrive in a startup environment, enjoy managing a small-but-growing team, and relish the challenge of shaping financial processes, you’ll love this role.

Responsibilities

Oversee Bookkeeping Operations

  • Manage and provide guidance to the Bookkeeper responsible for daily QuickBooks entries, initial AR/AP, Bill.com, and expense reporting.
  • Review and approve the Bookkeeper’s work to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Accounts Receivable & Payable

  • Oversee AR/AP processes, including reviewing entries, approving payments, and coordinating with leadership to manage outgoing cash flow.
  • Ensure timely invoice generation, vendor payments, and expense processing.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

  • Maintain accurate inventory records and perform cost accounting in the custom ERP system.
  • Verify manufacturing costs, including bills of materials, standard costs, cost of goods sold (COGS), and variance analysis.
  • Ensure proper allocation of indirect costs (overheads, freight, etc.) to inventory or COGS.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare regular financial and management reports for the fractional CFO and owners, including cost variance summaries, inventory valuation, and cash flow statements.
  • Provide insights into financial data to support decision-making in operations, supply chain, and overall business strategy.

Asset & Tax Management

  • Manage company assets, including fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
  • Oversee tax submissions, ensuring compliance with relevant government bodies and registrations.

Process Improvement & Special Projects

  • Identify opportunities to enhance and streamline accounting processes.
  • Lead ad hoc accounting projects, system enhancements, and government compliance initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the Bookkeeper and cross-functional teams on special projects to optimize efficiency and financial accuracy.

Collaboration & Support

  • Work closely with the fractional CFO and owners, advising them on the financial implications of strategic decisions.
  • Act as a resource for other departments, providing guidance on cost controls and financial processes.
  • Participate in audits, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close activities.

Qualifications

  • Education & Certification
    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA) is a plus.
  • Experience
    • 3–5+ years of relevant accounting experience with a focus on inventory or cost accounting in a manufacturing or product-based environment.
    • Previous experience managing or mentoring junior accounting staff is highly preferred.
  • ERP Knowledge & Skills
    • Hands-on experience using an ERP system for accounting tasks (training provided on the custom ERP).
    • Understanding of manufacturing costing methods, standard costs, and variance analysis.
  • Accounting Expertise
    • Proficiency in AR/AP, month-end close processes, and financial reporting.
    • Familiarity with tax regulations and government registrations is a plus.
  • Technical Skills
    • Comfortable overseeing QuickBooks and other standard accounting software (e.g., Bill.com).
    • Strong Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
  • Soft Skills & Attributes
    • Leadership & Management: Able to guide and mentor a Bookkeeper while collaborating with executive leadership.
    • Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Keen eye for detail and strong problem-solving skills.
    • Self-Starter: Able to operate independently in a remote, startup environment with minimal supervision.
    • Flexible & Adaptable: Comfortable with shifting priorities and capable of handling new responsibilities as the company grows.
    • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey financial data effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
    • Values & Mission: Commitment to sustainability and excitement for Earth Brands’ mission to make eco-friendly alternatives accessible and cool.

Ideal Candidate

  • Hands-on accountant with strong experience in inventory/cost accounting.
  • Mentorship mindset, comfortable guiding junior staff and working closely with leadership.
  • Startup-ready—flexible, self-driven, and eager to refine processes in a remote environment.
  • Passionate about sustainability, aligning with Earth Brands’ mission to reduce single-use plastic waste.

Must-Have Requirements

  • Strongly preferred: Candidate is located in either Olathe, Kansas or NYC
  • Candidate has to be an early career professional
  • Candidate must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States

Screening Questions

1. Inventory & Cost Accounting Experience: Can you describe your experience managing inventory records and performing cost accounting in a manufacturing or product-based setting?
2. Startup Environment: How comfortable are you operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment? What strategies do you use to adapt to changing processes or priorities?
3. Technical Proficiency: What ERP systems have you used for accounting tasks, and how have you leveraged QuickBooks or similar tools in your previous roles?

About the Company

Company Overview

Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Founded: 2021
Headquarters: New York, NY
Total Funding: $6M+
LinkedIn: View Company Profile
Website: Visit Website

About Company

Earth Brands Cups is dedicated to creating eco-friendly, plant-based products that reduce single-use plastic waste. By combining innovative materials with top brands, the company aims to deliver sustainable solutions for a greener future. The mission is to make sustainability cool and accessible, providing guilt-free, high-quality options that help preserve our planet for future generations.

Company Culture

Scrappy, Innovative, Impactful

Benefits

Retirement/401k
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
At this time, the company does not have a formal benefits package in place.
Compensation can be adjusted to meet individual needs, and there is potential for future enhancements as the company grows.
Remote flexibility and occasional travel opportunities for team collaboration.
Direct impact on a sustainability-focused mission.

Relocation & Sponsorship

Relocation Assistance
Visa Sponsorship

What you can expect

Day to Day

  • Oversee and review Bookkeeper’s daily entries in QuickBooks, Bill.com transactions, and AR/AP processes.
  • Manage inventory records and perform cost accounting tasks in the custom ERP.
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, cost variance reports, and month-end close activities.
  • Collaborate with the fractional CFO, owners, and cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives and process improvements.
  • Lead or participate in special projects, audits, and compliance activities.

Team

Reports directly to the fractional CFO and collaborates closely with company owners.

  • Manages a Bookkeeper handling daily transactions.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams (Operations, Supply Chain, etc.) for financial insights and cost control.

Growth

  • Opportunity to shape financial processes and mentor a growing accounting team in a dynamic startup.
  • Potential to advance into a more senior finance or leadership role as the company scales

Interview Process

  1. Initial Screening – A brief phone or video call with a recruiter or hiring team member to discuss the candidate’s background, interest in the role, and alignment with the company mission.
  2. Second Interview – A more in-depth conversation with the fractional CFO and/or owners to explore technical skills, relevant experience in inventory/cost accounting, and ability to manage a Bookkeeper.
  3. Final Interview – A concluding conversation to address any remaining questions, clarify expectations, and discuss culture fit.

Additional Information

Additional Information

  • Remote position with occasional travel to New York and Kansas for in-person collaboration.
  • A mission-driven company environment focused on eco-friendly innovation and sustainable growth.

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