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Fresh Recruitment at Reeds Africa Consult

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  • Open Jobs
    1. Depot Operative
    2. Customer Relationship & Fulfillment Officer
    3. Stock Accountant
    4. IT Support Manager
    5. Administrative Officer
    6. Operations Manager
    7. Driver
    8. Office Assistant
    9. Customer Service Manager
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Fresh Recruitment at Reeds Africa Consult

Depot Operative

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience 2 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Logistics&nbsp , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain&nbsp

Job Purpose:

To support the smooth day-to-day operations of the depot, ensuring efficient handling, storage, dispatch, and documentation of products. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment to maintain high safety, quality, and operational standards.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Product Handling & Storage:

  • Assist in receiving, offloading, and proper storage of fuel or products at the depot.
  • Monitor stock levels and report any discrepancies to the Depot Supervisor.
  • Ensure proper labelling, tagging, and organization of inventory.

Dispatch & Loading Operations:

  • Load and prepare orders for dispatch based on delivery schedules.
  • Ensure correct quantities and types of products are dispatched.
  • Coordinate with drivers and dispatch teams for timely and safe deliveries.

Safety & Compliance:

  • Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations in the handling of petroleum or goods.
  • Wear and maintain required PPE at all times.
  • Report safety hazards, spills, or equipment issues immediately.

Record-Keeping & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate manual or digital logs of product movement and stock balances.
  • Record deliveries, dispatches, and returns per company procedures.
  • Participate in regular stock counts and reconciliation.

Depot Maintenance & Support:

  • Keep depot areas clean, organized, and secure.
  • Assist with equipment checks and minor maintenance tasks.
  • Support the team in general depot activities as assigned.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma or Degreein Logistics, Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in depot, warehouse, or logistics operations (preferably in oil and gas).
  • Working knowledge of stock management systems or ERP tools is an added advantage

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Method of Application

To manage and reconcile all inventory-related financial transactions, ensuring accurate reporting of stock levels, movements, and valuation in compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The Stock Accountant plays a critical role in inventory integrity, loss prevention, and financial reporting.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Accounting & Reconciliation:

  • Maintain accurate records of all stock transactions including receipts, transfers, issues, and adjustments.
  • Reconcile physical inventory against system balances and investigate variances.
  • Ensure that stock movements are correctly and promptly recorded in the ERP/accounting system.

Costing & Valuation:

  • Monitor and validate stock costing, including landed costs and valuation of inventory at month-end.
  • Prepare and update stock provisions for slow-moving, obsolete, or damaged items.
  • Assist in cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations and stock-related journal entries.

Reporting & Analysis:

  • Generate timely inventory reports for internal use and audit purposes.
  • Provide analysis on inventory trends, losses, and efficiency improvements.
  • Assist in forecasting and budgeting stock-related expenditures.

Stock Audits & Controls:

  • Support and coordinate periodic and ad hoc stock counts (cycle counts and full physical inventory).
  • Monitor stock controls at warehouses, depots, or outlets to prevent pilferage, loss, and mismanagement.
  • Work closely with operations and warehouse teams to enforce inventory best practices.

Compliance & Support:

  • Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and relevant tax or audit requirements.
  • Assist with internal and external audits relating to inventory.
  • Support other finance functions as needed.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA (Part II or above) or equivalent professional certification.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in inventory accounting, preferably in logistics, oil & gas, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Odoo) is highly desirable.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, including pivot tables and reconciliations.

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