Inventory / Accounting Officer

About this role

The role is for an on-site Inventory and Accounting Officer based in Lagos, focused on managing daily inventory and accounting records. It involves reconciling daily sales and bank statements, tracking costs, payroll preparation, and filing relevant returns. The position targets individuals with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to work independently in Ajah, Lagos. Experience in FMCG or supermarkets and good Excel and reconciliation skills are preferred. A related bachelor’s degree is preferred, with salary in the range of N100,000 to N150,000 per month depending on experience.

What you would do

• Maintain up-to-date inventory records.
• Reconcile daily sales and bank statements.
• Monitor and record costs and payroll-related items.
• Prepare payroll and file relevant returns.
• Filing of returns and other accounting documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy of bookkeeping and tax-related processes.
• Utilise procurement tools and spreadsheets to support operations.
• Maintain organisational filing systems and records.
• Assist with general office productivity tasks as required.

What they are asking for

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Integrity and ability to work independently to meet deadlines on-site in Ajah, Lagos.
• Proficiency with procurement or spreadsheets and general office productivity tools.
• Good Excel and reconciliation skills.
• Bookkeeping knowledge and knowledge of the Nigerian tax system.
• Proven experience in a similar FMCG or supermarket role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field (preferred).

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