Inventory Accountant(Retail)

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Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa. We have clients ranging from Multi-nationals, Non-profit, SMEโ€™s and start up organisations wishing to attract and retain outstanding individuals across a variety of business sectors. ,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,Because we are based in Africa, we have the local expertise and knowledge, assisted by our international portfolio of psychometric assessment tools, to ensure that the right individuals are sourced and become an asset to your organisation.
Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor, record, and reconcile all inventory movements between warehouse, showroom, and customer deliveries to ensure real-time accuracy in financial and stock systems.
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory and valuation reports, highlighting variances, slow-moving, or obsolete items and recommending corrective actions.
  • Coordinate and supervise physical stock counts (monthly, quarterly, and annual), investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely reconciliation with system balances.
  • Ensure accurate posting of inventory-related transactions including goods receipts, stock adjustments, transfers, cost of goods sold (COGS), and landed cost allocations.
  • Collaborate with procurement, warehouse, and sales teams to forecast inventory needs, optimize stock turnover, and prevent stockouts or overstocking.
  • Enforce internal controls over inventory and credit policies, ensuring all dispatches are supported by invoices, payments, or approved credit terms.
  • Process and reconcile daily sales receipts (cash, card, and bank transfers), ensuring timely posting, banking, and accurate financial reporting.
  • Maintain well-organized client and inventory documentation, support audits through accurate schedules and reconciliations, and provide management with insights on stock trends and performance.

Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related.
  • • CPA or equivalent accounting certification is an added advantage.
  • • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in inventory accounting, cost accounting, or operations finance, preferably in retail, import, or distribution environments.
  • • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP or inventory management systems.
  • • Strong analytical, reconciliation, and reporting skills with high attention to detail.

Salary: Monthly Gross Salary: KSH120,000( Approx 930USD)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Career Level: Mid-Level

Job Type: Full-Time

Deadline for applications: 08/11/2025

Salary: Ksh. 120,000
Otherpay: Benefits
Education: Diploma, High/Secondary School
Employment Type: Full Time

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