Internal Audit & Costing Clerk
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.