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Accounting Specialist – Inventory & Warehouse Operations

Ridgeland, MS 39157

Posted: 05/27/2025 Industry: Accounting Pay Rate: $65k-$70k

Job Description

Leading distributor committed to delivering quality beverages with outstanding service. We’re seeking a skilled Warehouse Supervisor with an Accounting background to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment and has a strong understanding of financial processes tied to inventory control and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervises/audits periodic inventory counts. (Products/cooperage/dunnage)
  • Collaborate closely with warehouse and procurement teams to investigate and resolve variances.
  • Support the month-end and year-end close processes, specifically related to inventory and payables.
  • Maintain organized financial records and assist with internal and external audit requests.
  • Analyze warehouse-related financial data to help improve accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Assists accounting with filing and collection of product damage claims with suppliers and shippers/haulers (freight) including cooperage & dunnage.
  • Periodically negotiates & reviews shipping terms with freight companies.
  • Develop and oversee a system where all outbound transfers are documented and recorded in VIP including securing collection for transfers in a timely manner.

 

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, with emphasis on inventory control and/or warehouse operations.
  • Experience in accounts payable and reconciliations.
  • Strong working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Familiarity with inventory and warehouse systems is a plus (e.g., VIP, WMS).
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Additional Information

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • A collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional development

Meet Your Recruiter

Kelly Webb Collum
Director of Recruiting & Operations

Meet Kelly Collum, our seasoned Professional Recruiter at Staffers since January 2000. However, she has been in the industry over 32 years alongside our President, Beth Henry. Kelly thrives on making a meaningful impact on people's lives. When not matching talent with opportunity, Kelly enjoys Spinning and has been a Reformer Pilates instructor for 27 years. In her downtime, she cherishes moments with her husband, adult children, and adorable first granddaughter. Kelly's favorite escapes? The beach and tropical islands, where relaxation meets adventure. At Staffers, Kelly finds immense reward in helping individuals secure a better future—it's truly life-changing! 

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