Inventory Accountant Job at Neveah Limited

Neveah Limited is a leading commodity trading company established in 2014, with its head office in Abuja and five operational offices across Nigeria. The company specializes in the export of solid minerals and agricultural products, sourcing the finest raw materials from local markets to meet international demand. Neveah has now expanded into manufacturing, focusing on the recycling of aluminum and copper to produce ingots for export, further strengthening its global footprint.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Inventory Accountant

Job Location: Mowe, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• The Inventory Accountant will be responsible for monitoring, valuing, and reconciling inventory movements to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal control of stock.
• The role requires close collaboration with storekeepers, procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure inventory integrity across all processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile inventory records in ERP and accounting systems.
• Track all stock movements (receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments).
• Perform monthly stock counts and variance analysis in collaboration with storekeepers.
• Monitor inventory valuation methods (FIFO, Weighted Average, etc.) to ensure compliance with IFRS.
• Review and report slow-moving, obsolete, or damaged stock.
• Liaise with procurement and operations teams to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Support cost accounting in preparing COGS and production-related reports.
• Enforce internal control procedures for material receipt, storage, and issuance.
• Prepare periodic inventory and consumption reports for management decision-making.
• Assist auditors during stock audits and year-end reviews.

SMART KPIs:

• Inventory Reconciliation Accuracy: Maintain ≥ 99% accuracy in stock reconciliation.
• Stock Variance: Ensure monthly stock variance does not exceed ≤ 1%.
• Reporting Timeliness: Submit monthly inventory reports within 3 working days after month-end.
• Audit Compliance: Achieve ≥ 95% compliance rating during internal and external stock audits.
• Obsolete Stock Monitoring: Identify and report ≥ 100% of slow-moving and obsolete stock within reporting timelines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with a minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Must reside in Lagos or Ogun State, within proximity to Mowe.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, controls, and reconciliation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV saved in their full name to: careers@neveah.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only properly submitted applications and qualified candidates will be considered.