Inventory Manager/Stock Accountant
Deloitte
- Ondo, Ondo State
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement inventory management strategies and policies to optimize stock levels, reduce carrying costs, and ensure efficient operations.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the Stock Account Officers, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities and are effectively executing them.
- Collaborate with the sales team to prioritize the distribution of outgoing orders and ensure timely deliveries to customers.
- Oversee all warehouses to ensure proper stock storage, organization, and security. Monitor stock movements in and out of these warehouses.
- Ensure that stock loaded out of the warehouse reaches its destination with the same weight and in good condition. Implement quality control measures to prevent stock damage or losses.
- Instruct warehouse managers on contracts to be executed after obtaining all necessary approvals. Ensure that all contract terms and conditions are met.
- Validate all regulatory processing of returned goods and oversee the proper handling and documentation of return processes, both at the federal and state levels.
- Conduct regular stock valuations to assess the value of inventory on hand and report this information accurately for financial purposes.
- Provide the necessary support and records for month-end close, audit, and year-end financial statement preparation. Ensure that inventory-related financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (relevant certification is an advantage).
- Proven experience in inventory management, stock accounting, or a related role.
- Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements