Smart Partners was founded by Tijani Iyemifokhae , a graduate of Industrial Chemistry, University of Benin with MBA (Human Resources) Lagos State University Ojo. He has more than a decade work experiences that span across some leading law firms as Practice Development Manager.
At Fine and Country International (West Africa) he was the Head of Operations and Strategy. For the years spent at Fine and Country, he developed; Sales, Marketing, HR Structures and Policies, Business model and Operational Processes. Mr. Iyemifokhae has attended series of local (Lagos Business School) and International trainings. He is a talented Strategist with multitasking abilities.We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to manage product costing, food costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and operational cost control across our QSR and bakery operations.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor food, production, and operational costs to ensure cost efficiency.
Prepare standard costing and conduct periodic product re-costing.
Analyze production variances, wastage, and yield performance.
Reconcile inventory records and investigate stock variances.
Prepare and present cost reports to support management decision-making.
Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning activities.
Review vendor pricing and evaluate cost implications.
Ensure accurate inventory valuation and cost records within the ERP system.
Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives.
Support month-end and year-end cost accounting and reporting processes.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification is an added advantage.
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a QSR, FMCG, or manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.