Job Description
At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe.
We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture, where employees feel connected and valued - much like a close-knit family. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a new team member for the following position:
At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe.
We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture, where employees feel connected and valued - much like a close-knit family. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a new team member for the following position:
Inventory Analyst
Role Purposes:
To manage and oversee the end-to-end inventory valuation for multiple entities across South East Asia and Europe. Acting as the technical bridge between the operational teams in APAC and the Headquarters in Germany, this role ensures the accuracy of inventory valuation, compliance with Group Accounting Standards and local GAAPs
This position requires a high degree of independence to manage remote reporting lines in Singapore while collaborating technically with stakeholders in Germany
Major Accountabilities:
1. Inventory Valuation & Month-End Closing:
Perform monthly inventory valuation routines for assigned entities in Asia and Europe, ensuring accurate calculation of weighted average costs and devaluation
Execute month-end closing activities, including the reconciliation of the Inventory Sub-ledger to the General Ledger (GL) and investigation of discrepancies
Process improvement and standardization
Local financial reporting: prepare the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reconciliation report
2. Provisions & Reserves:
Analyze inventory aging reports to calculate and book provisions for slow-moving, obsolete, and excess stock in accordance with Group Policy
Work closely with Logistics, Supply Chain and Quality Departments to ensure data integrity
3. Costing calculation review:
Review cost calculations to ensure strict adherence to accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and internal inventory costing policies
Escalate discrepancies or technical concerns to regional management and subject matter experts
4. Process & Compliance:
Strengthen and monitor internal control measures across the supply chain finance process to ensure accurate inventory valuation and mitigate financial risk
Coordinate and oversee annual physical stock counts (and cycle counts) for remote entities; reconcile physical counts with system records
Ensure full compliance with German GAAP and local statutory requirements regarding inventory reporting
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors regarding inventory valuation, costing methodologies, and cut-off testing
5. Inventory reporting & adhoc analysis for assigned entities in Asia and Europe
6. Support the Regional Director Finance in various business analysis requirements (including but not limited to extracting operational and financial information from ERP system and data warehouses, and compiling statistics, reports and others as required)
Role Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or Vietnam CPA) is highly advantage
5–7 years in General Accounting or Cost Accounting, in which: at least 3 years focused on Inventory Accounting in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Experienced working in a Shared Service Center (SSC) or a multinational environment with remote reporting lines
Professional English communication skills, both written and verbal
ERP Systems: Advanced user of Infor M3 or similar
Accounting Standards: Strong knowledge of IFRS and Vietnamese GAAP; knowledge of German GAAP is an advantage
Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel & Access skills (database queries, pivot tables, lookups, handling large datasets).
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to handle large volumes of data (data-driven)
For further information, please contact Ms. Jane Vu; email address [email protected]
Are you excited about this opportunity? We can’t wait to get to know you! Submit your application online — we’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
Are you excited about this opportunity? We can’t wait to get to know you! Submit your application online — we’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.