Location:  Oakdale, Minnesota	Function:  Finance/Accounting
Requisition #:  67950	Position Type:  Full-Time Employee

Company Overview

Imation is the only company in the world solely focused on the development, manufacture and supply of removable data storage products spanning the four pillars of magnetic, optical, flash and removable hard disk storage. In addition to the Imation brand, Imation's global brand portfolio includes the Memorex brand; one of the most widely recognized names in the consumer electronics industry, famous for the slogan, "Is it live or is it Memorex?"

Job Overview

We value diversity within our organization and reward employees for creativity. Imation recruits imaginative people to drive our imaginative solutions. Imation seeks an Inventory Accountant to support Imation's 780,000 + square-feet Mega Distribution Center in Southaven, Mississippi as well as the warehouse in Anaheim, CA. The position will be located in Oakdale,MN but will require travel to the facility 2-5 days quarterly, or as needed. Responsibilities Distribution Center and Freight Inventory Accountant. Support Warehouse Managers and staff with accounting support which will require quarterly visits to the Southaven, MS and Anaheim, CA warehouses quarterly, or as needed. Warehouse and Postponement Cost Center spending monthly review and yearly budget preparation. Monthly Variance and Inventory adjustment analysis and allocation. Postponement Work order variance analysis, unit cost, and spending variance reporting. Perform month end closing duties including account reconciliation of select balance sheet accounts, journal entries, analysis, and verification of management reports. Maintain Warehouse cost allocation and accounting. Freight cost review and allocation to product group. Capital Investment Analysis. Ensure adequate controls and policies are in place for the counting and recording of inventory. Support Operations Team with Lean initiatives and projects as needed. Recommend operational efficiency improvements based on results of analyses.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate will demonstrate the following: Skills Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to influence others and recommend change. Attention to detail and accuracy. Team Player Solid analytical and problem solving skills Self-motivated with an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Proficient in Excel and Word. Experience with Oracle is a plus. Working knowledge of inventory management and reconciliations. Strong Understanding of GAAP. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent - Required Bachelors Degree - Required (Accounting, Finance) Experience 3-5 Years - Required (Accounting, Finance)