Inventory Accountant Supervisor
Your tasks
.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all inventory transactions, including purchases, sales, returns, transfers, and adjustments. . Ensure proper classification and valuation of inventory items. . Investigate and resolve all inventory discrepancies in a timely manner, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. . Coordinate and participate in internal and external inventory audits, providing the necessary documentation and explanations. . Analyze inventory costs and identify variances. . Provide insights to management for cost control and efficiency improvements. . Prepare and analyze inventory-related financial statements. . Provide recommendations to optimize inventory levels, reduce carrying costs, and minimize inventory losses. . Document and enforce hospital policies and procedures related to inventory management, including receiving, storing, issuing, and disposing of inventory. . Provide financial analysis to support decisions related to purchasing volumes and pricing strategies to optimize inventory levels and profitability. . Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, inventory turnover, and carrying costs. . Supervise and train inventory and accounting staff. . Regularly assess the risk of inventory damage or loss and establish appropriate provisions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance.
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in inventory accounting, preferably in a hospital or healthcare organization.
- Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, stock valuation, cost control, and inventory reconciliation.
- Experience in conducting physical stock counts, investigating inventory discrepancies, and preparing inventory reports.
- Good understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and audit procedures.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
- Experience with ERP systems and inventory management software.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication skills and the ability to supervise and coordinate with different departments.