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.