Inventory Controller

Inventory Controller

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Inventory Controller at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties) :

Position Purpose : Perform, document, and report physical inventories of movable personal property owned or leased by the University and government entities, ensuring full compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. This position reports to the Director, Cost Accounting.

Essential Functions :

• Conduct, document, and report physical inventories of University and government-owned or leased assets.
• Maintain accurate records of all leased equipment.
• Coordinate the distribution of asset inventory transmittal forms across the University to ensure proper tagging and registration of newly acquired furnishings and equipment.
• Receive and process capital assets into the University's Fixed Asset Inventory Management System (FMS).
• Maintain and update inventory records by adding, deleting, and transferring asset data.
• Oversee operations of the surplus property warehouse, ensuring proper storage of surplus equipment and furnishings.
• Maintain accurate records of sold and stolen items and supervise the receipt and systematic organization of incoming surplus to support efficient warehouse management.
• Utilize computers and software applications including Microsoft Office and Adobe to support departmental functions.
• Respond to routine inquiries related to department operations and direct complex questions to appropriate staff.
• Carry out general administrative tasks such as drafting correspondence, maintaining organized filing systems, managing supply orders, and handling incoming and outgoing mail.
• Compile data and maintain statistics on department operational activities.
• Prepare special activity reports, i.e. monthly capitalization report for internal accounting purpose and government regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Comments : This role is responsible for conducting physical inventories of all University and government-owned or leased property. Key duties include tagging movable assets valued at $5,000 or more, maintaining accurate inventory records using the Fixed Asset Inventory Management System, and generating statistical reportssuch as capitalization summariesfor internal accounting and external regulatory compliance.

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Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities :

School / College / Division : H82 - Fiscal Operations Primary department : H8230 - Accounting Employment type : Regular Employee Job type : Full Time Job category : Staff / Administrative Funding / salary information : Compensation type : Annual Salary Salary minimum : $38,449 Salary hire maximum : $46,141 Working conditions : Normal office and warehouse environment. This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply. Job openings : Number of openings : 1 Reposted position : No Background check requirements : University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.