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INVENTORY ACCOUNTANT
Brites Management Services Limited
Rest of Kenya 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted about 4 hours ago (28 Jul 2026) Updated about 4 hours ago
How to Apply
Send your application to the provided email address
Job Description
We are seeking an inventory accountant to manage inventory and prepare financial reports. The successful candidate will have experience in inventory management and possess a relevant degree. The role involves managing inventory, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • 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
Required Skills
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.