Cost Accountant At Ken-next Ventures Nigeria Limited

Ken-Next Ventures Nigeria Limited

Role Summary:

  • The Cost Accountant will provide support to the finance department in managing cost-accounting records, preparing cost analysis reports, and ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Capture all cost elements related to imported goods (purchase price, freight, insurance, customs duty, clearing, warehousing, and internal logistics).
  • Maintain a robust landed cost template to accurately allocate import costs to each consignment and product category.
  • Value inventory (PPE items) in accordance with applicable standards (FIFO, weighted average, etc.) and ensure consistency with accounting policies.
  • Reconcile physical stock counts with system balances and investigate variances.
  • Track stock movement from orders through to customer delivery.
  • Prepare periodic cost reports showing cost trends, variances, and gross margins by product line or customer.
  • Compare actual landed costs with standard or budgeted costs and explain variances.
  • Support management in pricing decisions based on accurate cost data.
  • Maintain and reconcile cost ledgers to ensure all cost transactions flow correctly into the financial accounts.
  • Liaise with procurement and logistics teams to capture real-time shipping and clearing costs.
  • Work with sales and warehouse teams to monitor inventory movement, aging, and obsolescence.
  • Advise management on cost reduction opportunities (e.g., shipment consolidation, local sourcing).

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related field with
  • 2-5years of experience in either a manufacturing company or an FMCG related firm.
  • Strong numerical and analytical ability.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to add value within a fast-paced environment.
  • Professional certifications such as ICAN,ACCA or CIMA would be an added advantage.

Key Skills

BA/BSc/HND
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Job Information

Company

Ken-Next Ventures Nigeria Limited

Location

Rivers, nigeria

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Valid Until

Not specified

Created Date

November 10, 2025

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