INVENTORY ACCOUNTANT

JOB TITLE INVENTORY ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY RETAIL /SUPERMARKET

SALARY KSHS.40,000

JOB LOCATION KAMULU

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory Management

·       Monitor and record daily stock movements (receipts, transfers, sales, and returns).

·       Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile physical inventory with system records.

·       Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.

·       Ensure proper documentation of inventory transactions.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

·       Record and reconcile inventory-related transactions in QuickBooks.

·       Prepare monthly inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS) reports.

·       Support preparation of financial statements by providing accurate inventory data.

·       Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management related to inventory.

Compliance & Controls

·       Implement internal controls to safeguard inventory and prevent losses.

·       Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

·       Support audits by providing inventory and accounting records.

Operational Support

·       Work closely with procurement and store operations to align inventory records.

·       Provide management with timely reports on stock levels, shrinkage, and profitability.

·       Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

·       CPA II or higher qualification required

·       Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

·       Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a retail or supermarket environment

·       Hands-on experience in inventory accounting and reconciliation

·       Strong knowledge of accounting principles and inventory management

·       Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office (Excel, Word)

·       High attention to detail and accuracy

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

HOW TO APPLY

·       If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com

·       Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

·       Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.