Summary
Position Title: Stock Accountant
Location: Thika Road
Salary: KES 30,000 per month
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reports To: Finance Manager / Chief Accountant
Role Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Stock Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in stock accounting within a retail environment, strong SAP system knowledge, and proven experience managing inventory with over 200 SKUs. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate inventory records, stock reconciliations, valuation, reporting, and supporting overall inventory control processes.
Description
- Maintain accurate inventory and stock accounting records.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly stock reconciliations.
- Monitor stock movements, adjustments, transfers, and write-offs.
- Reconcile physical stock counts against system records and investigate variances.
- Prepare inventory-related journal entries and financial reports.
- Ensure accurate stock valuation and compliance with accounting standards.
- Generate and analyze inventory reports to support management decision-making.
- Work closely with procurement, warehouse, and retail operations teams to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Monitor slow-moving, obsolete, and damaged stock and recommend appropriate actions.
- Support internal and external audits by providing inventory-related documentation and reports.
- Ensure data integrity and proper inventory management within SAP.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
More Details on Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in stock accounting or inventory accounting.
- Proven experience working in a retail environment.
- Experience managing and accounting for inventory with more than 200 SKUs.
- Hands-on experience using SAP ERP systems.
- Strong understanding of inventory controls, stock valuation, and reconciliation processes.
More Details on Skills
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational and reporting skills.
Terms And Conditions
All applications are to be submitted by 26th June 2026