Account Officer / Inventory Manager

Account Officer / Inventory Manager

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 Expires: Nov 20, 2026

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Welcome to Fair Price Mart. The place of choice for a wide variety of quality groceries.

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Account Officer / Inventory Manager

• Job Type Full Time , Hybrid , Onsite
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , OND
• Experience 2 - 5 years
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit
• Salary Range ₦150,000 - ₦200,000/month

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Account Officer / Inventory Officer to manage both financial operations and inventory control. This hybrid role requires a candidate who can ensure accurate financial reporting, manage accounts receivable, and also oversee inventory levels, stock quality, and replenishment processes across our supermarket branches.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial & Accounting Duties

• Manage accounts receivable and branch impress accounts.

• Handle daily financial transactions, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.

• Process supplier invoices, monitor creditor balances, and ensure timely payments.

• Maintain petty cash, reconcile POS settlements, and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.

• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements.

• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiatives.

• Liaise with suppliers and external auditors.

• Maintain charts of accounts and proper classification of financial entries.

• Inventory & Stock Management Duties

• Perform daily stock balance checks and reconcile with system records.

• Monitor expiry dates and shelf stock levels, ensuring timely restocking and replenishment.

• Cross-check sales reports against physical stock counts and investigate discrepancies.

• Conduct price checks and update monthly pricing records.

• Prepare purchase requisitions and ensure items are purchased timely, avoiding stock outs.

• Ensure accurate entry of purchased items into inventory systems and communicate processes to staff.

• Maintain high levels of quality assurance, including product evaluation and compliance with company policies.

• Manage inventory flow and develop processes to safeguard stock.

• Generate and communicate end-of-day inventory and sales reports.

• Enforce discipline and adherence to company policies among staff.

Qualifications

• HND/B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.

• 2–5 years of combined experience in accounting and inventory management, preferably in retail or supermarket environments.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, retail accounting, and inventory management software.

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and organizational ability.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• IF SELECTED , WILL HAVE OPPRTUNITY TO WORK FROM HOME…

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