Fixed Asset and Inventory Manager

People & Partners Group

Full Time

Greater Accra, Ghana

Posted 3 days ago

About the Role
The Fixed Assets and Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the accounting, tracking, and management of the company’s fixed assets and inventory in line with internal policies and external regulatory standards. The role ensures the accuracy of fixed asset and inventory records, manages periodic physical counts, and supports financial planning by providing detailed asset and stock reports. This role is critical to safeguarding the company’s resources and improving supply chain visibility within the FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Fixed Assets Management

Maintain and update the fixed asset register with acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.
Ensure compliance with company capitalization policies and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS).
Coordinate periodic physical verification of assets and resolve discrepancies.
Manage tagging, tracking, and monitoring of assets across all business locations.
Analyse asset utilization and make recommendations for optimization or disposal.
Support audits by preparing and submitting required asset schedules.

Inventory Management

Monitor inventory levels and ensure accurate reporting across warehouses and retail locations.
Reconcile inventory records between physical counts and ERP/system data.
Identify obsolete, slow-moving, or damaged inventory and make provisions accordingly.
Coordinate periodic (monthly, quarterly, annual) stock counts and cycle counts.
Collaborate with supply chain and warehouse teams to implement effective inventory control measures.
Provide inventory movement analysis and support demand planning with reliable data.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Prepare monthly fixed assets and inventory-related journal entries and reports.
Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements.
Assist in the preparation of CAPEX budgets and track actuals vs. budget.

Team & System Management

Oversee data integrity in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage) relating to fixed assets and inventory.
Train and guide finance and operations staff on inventory and asset procedures.
Lead or support improvement initiatives in inventory and asset management systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Masters Preferred).
At least 5 years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of fixed asset management, inventory control systems, and cost accounting.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, warehouse operations, and materials handling.
Familiarity with regulatory and statutory compliance related to fixed assets and stock management.

Benefits

What to Expect

Gain experience that blends global corporate culture with local operational dynamics
Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Avenues for career advancements
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Flexible working arrangements.

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Accounting & Finance

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