Description
- The Accounting Intern will support the finance team in executing daily accounting activities
- The role provides practical exposure to financial record keeping, documentation, and reporting while working under supervision.
Role Responsibilities
Finance & Accounting Support:
- Assist in maintaining basic financial records and documentation in line with company procedures.
- Support the preparation of routine financial summaries and reports.
- Assist with bank reconciliations, expense tracking, and documentation of payables and receivables.
- Help organize financial data to support management decision-making.
Budget & Cost Monitoring (Support Level):
- Assist in tracking expenses against approved budgets.
- Help identify discrepancies or variances for review by supervisors.
- Support cost-control initiatives through proper documentation and reporting.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Assist in preparing documentation for statutory filings such as VAT, PAYE, WHT, and Pension under supervision.
- Help organize records for audits and compliance checks.
- Liaise with relevant internal teams to gather required compliance information.
Payroll & Treasury Assistance:
- Support payroll preparation by organizing attendance records and payroll inputs.
- Assist in petty cash management and basic fund reconciliation.
- Help monitor cash movement records and supporting documents.
Facilities & Asset Support:
- Assist in maintaining records of company assets and consumables.
- Support routine checks on facilities and equipment usage.
- Help ensure adherence to basic safety and workplace sta ndards.
Reporting & Communication:
- Prepare basic weekly or monthly reports on assigned finance and operational tasks.
- Escalate issues appropriately and provide updates to supervisors.
Education and Certifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Recent graduates or NYSC members are encouraged to apply.
Experience:
- 6 months – 1 year of work experience or internship experience preferred.
- Basic exposure to accounting, administration, or operations is an added advantage
Skills
Accounting & Financial Skills:
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Ability to handle financial records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Familiarity with bookkeeping, expense tracking, and basic reconciliations.
Analytical & Organisational Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Ability to organise documents, data, and records efficiently.
- Willingness to learn and apply feedback.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
- Basic knowledge of accounting software is an added advantage.
Communication & Professionalism:
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with different teams.
- Professional attitude, integrity, and reliability.
Time Management & Adaptability:
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced work environment.
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Job Summary
- The Inventory Officer will be responsible for monitoring, managing, and controlling stock levels within the supermarket to ensure accurate inventory records, prevent stockouts or overstocking, and support efficient store operations.
- This role involves stock tracking, conducting regular stock counts, reconciling discrepancies, and coordinating with procurement, sales, and store teams.
- The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and skilled in inventory management systems and reporting.
Role Responsibilities
Inventory Control and Stock Management:
- Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment of goods.
- Track inventory movements including receipts, transfers, sales, and returns.
- Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile discrepancies with system records.
- Prevent stock variances, losses, and pilferage through effective monitoring.
System and Record Management:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records in the inventory management system.
- Update stock records for all inflows and outflows on a daily basis.
- Generate inventory reports on stock balances, fast-moving items, and slow-moving items.
Procurement and Supplier Coordination:
- Liaise with procurement teams to ensure timely ordering and delivery of stock.
- Verify received goods against purchase orders and invoices for accuracy.
- Report shortages, damages, or quality issues to suppliers and procurement officers.
Store Operations Support:
- Work closely with sales and store staff to ensure shelves are adequately stocked.
- Organize and label stock in storage areas for easy identification and retrieval.
- Support price tagging, barcoding, and inventory labeling processes.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Enforce stock handling and storage procedures to maintain product quality.
- Ensure compliance with supermarket policies on stock management and reporting.
- Report suspicious activities, losses, or breaches of inventory control.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports for management review.
- Document stock adjustments, damaged goods, and expired items.
- Provide accurate data to support decision-making on stock replenishment and sales strategies.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Professional certification in inventory or supply chain management (e.g., CIPS, APICS) is an added advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 –2 years’ experience in inventory control, stock management, or warehouse operations, preferably in retail or supermarket environments.
- Hands-on experience using inventory management software and POS systems.
Skills:
Technical and Analytical:
- Strong knowledge of inventory control processes and stock management systems.
- Ability to analyze stock reports, trends, and variances.
- Customer Service and Communication
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate with suppliers, sales staff, and management.
- Ability to explain inventory-related issues to non-technical staff clearly.
Organizational and Problem-Solving:
- Strong organizational skills to manage stock across multiple product categories.
- Ability to identify inventory inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Security and Compliance:
- Basic knowledge of loss prevention techniques and stock security controls.
- Ability to enforce stock handling standards and safeguard company assets.
Teamwork and Adaptability:
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and respond to urgent stock issues.
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