Job Summary

• The Account/Inventory Officer is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and overseeing inventory management across all branches.
• The role ensures that all sales and stock transactions are properly recorded, reconciled, and reported.
• This position supports smooth financial operations, stock control, and contributes to overall accountability and efficiency in the business.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting Duties:

• Record daily sales, purchases, expenses, and payment transactions.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly sales and financial reports.
• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely follow-up on payments.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure proper documentation of all financial transactions.
• Assist with budget preparation, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.

Inventory Management Duties:

• Monitor and maintain accurate stock levels across all branches and warehouses.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile physical stock with inventory records.
• Track and record stock movements, including purchases, transfers, and sales.
• Identify discrepancies between physical counts and system records and resolve variances.
• Work closely with sales and procurement teams to ensure accurate inventory forecasting.
• Prepare periodic inventory reports for management review.
• Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to minimize stock losses and expiries.
• Ensure all financial and inventory records are properly filed and easily accessible.
• Collaborate with branch teams and sales representatives to ensure accountability.
• Provide management with timely and accurate reports to support decision-making.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen internal controls and efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounting and/or inventory management, preferably in the pharmaceutical or FMCG sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
• Good knowledge of inventory control procedures and financial reporting.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multi-branch inventory management.
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong Excel skills for financial and inventory reporting.