• Application Deadline: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Plant Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Plant Accountant is responsible for managing the financial accounting, costing, and reporting activities at the manufacturing plant.


• The role ensures accurate cost tracking, inventory control, compliance, and provides financial insights to support plant operations and management decisions.

Responsibilities

Inventory Management:

• Monitor and analyse product and process costs.


• Track WIP, finished goods, scrap, and wastage.


• Reconcile inventory records with physical stock counts.


• Monitor/track evacuation of finished goods from production to warehouse and ensure they are reported electronically on ERP

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate books of accounts for plant operations.


• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual plant reports.


• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.


• Support statutory and internal audits.

Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Prepare plant budgets and forecasts.


• Track actual vs budgeted costs and investigate variances.


• Support cost reduction and efficiency initiatives.

Plant Operations Support:

• Work closely with production, maintenance, and supply chain teams.


• Monitor inter-organizational transfer of stocks from one location to another


• Provide financial inputs for production planning and pricing.


• Support make-or-buy and process optimization decisions.


• Maintain internal controls and SOPs for plant accounting.


• Ensure timely closing of plant accounts.


• Conduct regular spot checks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field.


• A professional qualification (ICAN or ACCA equivalent) is an added advantage.


• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in plant or manufacturing accounting

Key Competencies:

• Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and MS Excel.


• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.


• Good problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• A supportive and dynamic work environment with clear career growth opportunities.


• Comprehensive medical insurance, pension, and other employee benefits.