Accounting Manager, Inventory

About SimpliSafe

We’re a high-tech home security company that’s passionate about protecting the life you’ve built and our mission of keeping Every Home Secure. And we’ve created a culture here that cares just as deeply about the career you’re building. Ours is a no ego culture of collaboration and innovation where those seeking their next challenge can find big opportunities and make a huge impact on the lives of all those who we protect. We don’t just want you to work here. We want you to grow and thrive here.

We’re embracing a hybrid work model that enables our teams to split their time between office and home. Hybrid for us means we expect our teams to come together in our state-of-the-art office on two core days, typically Tuesday and Wednesday, to work together in person, and teams can choose where they work for the remainder of the week. We all benefit from flexibility and get to use the best of both worlds to get our work done.

Why are we hiring?

Well, we’re growing and thriving. So, we need smart, talented, and humble people who share our values to join us as we disrupt the home security space and relentlessly pursue our mission of keeping Every Home Secure.

What You'll Do

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Accounting Manager – Inventory, COGS & Gross Margin to lead the accounting and reporting of key margin-driving activities. As part of our Order-to-Cash (OTC) team, you will own monthly close processes, partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Operations, and Logistics, and provide actionable insights into inventory accuracy and margin trends. This is a high-impact opportunity to strengthen internal controls, refine reporting structure, and contribute to our broader finance transformation initiative.

This role is ideal for an accounting leader with expertise in inventory and COGS accounting, strong US GAAP knowledge, and a collaborative mindset to work across Finance, Operations, Logistics, and FP&A teams. You’ll lead monthly close activities, improve gross margin analysis, and help enable channel-level financial visibility that supports both business decision-making and GAAP financial reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead end-to-end accounting, reporting, and analysis for inventory and gross margin—including COGS, fulfillment, warranty, and other margin-impacting costs—in accordance with US GAAP
• Oversee monthly close processes and reconciliations for COGS related account and reconciliations for balance sheet accounts (inventory on hand, inventory in transit, capitalized freight and warranty reserve accounts)
• Manage and review the inventory reserves analysis and propose adjustments as needed
• Collaborate with the Logistics and Manufacturing Operations teams to support inventory accuracy and operational best practices across 3PL locations
• Prepare monthly margin analysis and variance commentary
• Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams to understand and explain drivers of margin trends (e.g., pricing, promotions, freight, tariffs, returns)
• Work toward enabling channel-level gross margin reporting for GAAP purposes
• Drive improvements in reporting tools, processes, and controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain strong documentation and support for internal controls and external audits
• Provide leadership and development for team members supporting inventory and margin-related areas

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a product- or channel-driven business (e-commerce, consumer goods, or manufacturing preferred)
• Deep understanding of inventory and COGS accounting under U.S. GAAP
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated experience in margin reporting and variance analysis
• Experience collaborating with FP&A or other cross-functional teams on financial performance
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (NetSuite a plus); experience navigating systems/data limitations to drive reporting improvements
• Prior supervisory or mentorship experience preferred
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments

What Values You’ll Share

• Customer Obsessed - Building deep empathy for our customers, putting them at the core of our work, and developing strong, long-term relationships with them.
• Aim High - Always challenging ourselves and others to raise the bar.
• No Ego - Maintaining a “no job too small” attitude, and an open, inclusive and humble style.
• One Team - Taking a highly collaborative approach to achieving success.
• Lift As We Climb - Investing in developing others and helping others around us succeed.
• Lean & Nimble - Working with agility and efficiency to experiment in an often ambiguous environment.

What We Offer

• A mission- and values-driven culture and a safe, inclusive environment where you can build, grow and thrive
• A comprehensive total rewards package that supports your wellness and provides security for SimpliSafers and their families (For more information on our total rewards please click here)
• Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together, give opportunities to network, mentor and develop, and advocate for change.

We wholeheartedly embrace and actively seek applications from all individuals, no matter how they identify. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe our work is enriched when we incorporate a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We want everyone who works here to thrive and contribute to not only our mission of keeping every home secure, but also to making our workplace safe and supportive for others. If a reasonable accommodation may be needed to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of a position, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].