Senior Inventory Accountant

Job description

Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future. About the Job You'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity of Levi Strauss Europe's inventory across our Distribution Centres and Direct-to-Consumer locations. As the bridge between Operations, Systems and Finance, you'll ensure inventory movements are accurately recorded, controlled and reflected across our operational and financial systems. In a business with complex inventory flows and multiple technology platforms, you'll establish robust controls, investigate and resolve issues, and drive continuous improvements that strengthen inventory governance, improve accuracy and support informed business decision-making. A core focus of the role is investigating, resolving, and preventing inventory discrepancies, particularly those arising from inventory adjustments, IDoc/interface failures, stock duplication, STOs, returns, cycle counts, and system transitions (e.g. Dorsten DC go‑live and stabilisation). Key responsibilities: Inventory Adjustments Governance & Resolution Govern material inventory adjustments, ensuring appropriate controls, root cause resolution and accounting treatment. Challenge and resolve significant inventory discrepancies, driving sustainable improvements and preventing recurrence. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of inventory balances across operational and financial systems. Act as the point of accountability for resolving aged or unexplained inventory adjustment balances. WMS-SAP Alignment & Interface Management Ensure accurate alignment of inventory data between WMS and SAP, investigating and resolving discrepancies. Partner with Inventory Management and IT teams to resolve interface and IDoc issues. Strengthen controls and processes to improve system stability and prevent recurring inventory issues. Inventory Movements & Returns Ensure the accurate accounting, reconciliation and reporting of inventory movements, returns and in-transit stock. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, maintaining accurate inventory balances across operational and financial systems. Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls, improve processes and prevent recurring issues. Inventory Valuation & Controls Partner with Finance teams to ensure inventory balances, valuations and reserves are accurate, complete and supported by reliable inventory data. Monitor inventory risks and identify operational issues that may impact inventory accuracy, valuation or financial reporting. Drive corrective actions with cross-functional teams to improve inventory controls and strengthen data integrity. Financial Close, Audit & SOX Compliance Lead inventory controllership activities during month-end and year-end close processes. Oversee inventory count programmes and reconciliations, maintaining the accuracy and integrity of inventory records. Prepare audit-ready analysis and supporting documentation for internal and external audits. Drive compliance with SOX requirements and inventory control frameworks, ensuring controls are consistently documented, executed and monitored. About You Qualifications / Experience Qualified accountant with a recognised professional accounting qualification or equivalent experience. Significant experience in both inventory accounting and inventory controllership within a retail, consumer goods, e-commerce or distribution-led environment. Technical / Functional Strong inventory accounting background (US GAAP), including adjustments, reserves, in‑transit, and cost flows Hands‑on experience with SAP (AFS/S4), WMS environments , and interface troubleshooting Ability to interpret operational data (cycle counts, WMS reports) and translate into accounting outcomes Experience supporting audit and SOX requirements for inventory‑intensive operations Behavioural / Leadership High ownership mindset: able to drive issues to closure across multiple teams and geographies Comfortable challenging operations, IT, and accounting peers with data‑backed arguments Strong written and verbal communication, particularly in explaining complex inventory issues simply Proactive in identifying systemic risks and pushing for process and control improvements This is a hybrid position based in our Warsaw office . You will be expected to be in the office three days per week , though time in office may vary depending on business needs. The expected salary range for this role is PLN 194,500–260,500 gross per year. The amount an employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance, and our needs. Salary ranges may vary by location and currency. Where roles are advertised across multiple locations, local ranges will apply. Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, paid leave, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here . LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success. #LI-Hybrid LOCATION Warsaw, Poland FULL TIME/PART TIME Full time Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.