Junior Accountant- Inventory (AVENTA T&T)

The Junior Accountant- Inventory is responsible for maintaining and updating records of the Company’s inventory and all related costs in an accurate and efficient manner, as well as assisting the Department’s Administrative Assistants as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:         

• Update, compile and maintain accurate records on the company’s computerized system of stock items, including but not limited to stock codes, stock description, UPC codes, vendor product codes, item statuses, item locations and price changes.
• Create new item codes.
• Enter costing of all inbound shipments on the company’s computerized system.
• Enter all adjustments to purchase orders.
• Create all cargos in the companies computerized system for receiving.
• Prepare all correspondence sent to suppliers for all procurement related issues which may arise including but not limited to price differences, damages, shortages and overages.
• Prepare, submit and follow up on all insurance claims/ procurement debit notes when required and liaise with surveyors, insurance companies and suppliers.
• Input the company’s pricing, deals and discounts to the relevant customer accounts.
• Assist with any procurement projects which may arise or be delegated to support the objectives of the organisation.
• Undertake other duties which may arise or may be delegated to support the objectives of the organisation. 

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of five (5) GCE/CXC O’Level passes, two (2) of which must include English and Mathematics. 

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity would be an asset. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Basic Excel.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to multitask.
• Must be flexible.
• Able to cope with pressure.
• Able to work with deadlines.
• Basic knowledge in Accounts would be an asset.
• Knowledge of using VAI & Epicor would be an asset.