Internal Audit & Costing Clerk

  • Ruwa, Zimbabwe
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Our client in the Agricultural sector is seeking an Internal Audit & Costing Clerk to support the Cost Accountant by verifying the accuracy of production, inventory, payroll, and financial information; conducting operational audits; identifying control weaknesses; and helping improve internal controls and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct stock counts and reconcile physical inventory to system records.
  • Audit production records across feed mill, hatcheries, breeder and broiler operations.
  • Investigate stock, production and cost variances.
  • Audit purchasing, goods received, supplier documentation and petty cash.
  • Review payroll inputs including attendance, overtime, leave, incentives and employee data.
  • Carry out compliance audits against company policies and procedures.
  • Prepare concise audit reports with findings, recommendations and follow-up actions.
  • Assist with fraud investigations and special assignments.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve controls and enhance operational efficiency.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Cost & Management Accounting or equivalent.
  • Studying towards ACCA, CIMA or similar professional qualification advantageous.
  • 2–5 years' accounting, costing or internal audit experience.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Manufacturing, agriculture or FMCG experience preferred.

Key Competencies:

  • High integrity and confidentiality
  • Excellent analytical and numerical ability
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong report writing and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and travel between sites
  • Problem-solving and investigative mindset

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Completion of planned audits
  • Accuracy and quality of audit reports
  • Reduction in stock and production variances
  • Identification of cost savings and control improvements
  • Timely implementation of audit recommendations

Please submit your CV through the link provided or to [email protected].
Regrettably, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.