Stock Accountant
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Industries
Manufacturing
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline
September 02, 2026
Posted On
August 31, 2026
Job Description
Inventory Accountant
We are seeking an experienced Inventory /Stock Accountant to oversee inventory management, reconciliation, and controls across all warehouses. The successful candidate will ensure accurate physical stock records, ERP balances, and timely resolution of inventory variances.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and strengthen inventory policies, procedures, controls, and ERP processes.
- Conduct monthly and cycle stock counts and reconcile physical stock against ERP balances.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and variances.
- Monitor inventory transactions, including transfers, purchases, sales, returns, and stock adjustments.
- Oversee verification of goods received against supplier invoices and GRNs.
- Monitor inventory ageing and recommend appropriate actions.
- Ensure accurate recording and posting of daily production outputs.
- Coordinate with warehouse teams to minimize stock losses, damage, breakages, and obsolescence.
- Support monthly inventory financial close and external audit requirements.
- Supervise and provide guidance to Inventory Accounts Assistants.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
- CPA Intermediate Level or above.
- At least 3 years’ experience in inventory /stock control within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of inventory controls and warehouse operations.
- Advanced Excel and MS Office skills; experience working with ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure