About the Opportunity
Nairobi
Garage is currently seeking an Inventory Assistant Accountant who will be responsible for the following
Accounting Role
- Assist in posting of Supplier Invoices in the
Accounting software.
- Checking of invoices against supplies or
services offered and ensuring proper billing was done as per order.
- Ensuring Kra Compliant tax invoices have been
issued.
- Checking and ensuring items supplied were
received properly and necessary documents signed.
- Maintain precise records of all stock
transactions, including receipts, transfers, issues, and adjustments,
within the company’s Loyverse POS or Accounting system.
- Track and follow with relevant departments to
ensure supply invoices have been handed over to the accounting department
for processing.
- Assist in filing supplier documents.
- Oversee and coordinate physical inventory
counts, reconcile these counts with system balances to identify and
investigate any discrepancies.
- Ensuring Café’s cash and stocks are accounted
for and variances investigated and reported to management for action.
Stock Management
- Ensure accurate inventory records are maintained
and monitor stock levels.
- Assist in setting reorder levels for stocks.
- Prepare detailed inventory reports, including
valuation, variance analysis.
- Analyze inventory costs, identify variances, and
monitor associated costs like transport costs to support financial
decision-making.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements
in inventory management and contribute to streamlining operations.
- Assist with both internal and external audits by
providing accurate inventory data and supporting documentation.
- Review and process any necessary inventory
adjustments and report on slow-moving or obsolete items.
- Reconcile physical inventory against system
balances and investigate variances. Ensure that stock movements are
correctly and promptly recorded in the various systems.
- Ensure accuracy in the inventory records and
report any discrepancies to management.
Procurment
- Assist in Sourcing, negotiating and Analyzing
Information relating to items/services of interest from potential
suppliers when required.
- Maintaining a physical file and soft copy of the
Supplier contracts.
- Raising Purchase Orders and ensuring they are
properly Approved.
Key Skills and Qualifications
Education:
- CPA Qualifications. A Bachelor’s degree in a
related field is an added advantage
Experience:
- A minimum of two years of experience in
inventory accounting, Supplier Management , Procurement Knowledge and
Skills.
Technical
Skills:
- Proficiency with accounting software and
inventory management systems.
Analytical
Skills:
- Strong analytical abilities to analyze data,
identify trends, and resolve discrepancies.
Attention
to Detail:
- Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for
maintaining accurate inventory records.
Communication
& Organization:
- Excellent communication and organizational
skills to effectively collaborate with other departments.
How to Apply
If you
are the candidate we are looking for write an email to hr@nairobigarage.com with
the subject line APPLICATION FOR INVENTORY ASSISTANT
ACCOUNTANT POSITION- NAIROBI GARAGE and attach your
updated CV and cover letter.
