Management Accountant

Job Title: Management Accountant
Department: Finance
Reports To: Managing Director
Location: Makeni, Lusaka, Zambia

Job Purpose
The Management Accountant will be responsible for providing accurate financial and management information to support strategic decision-making, cost control, and performance improvement across the manufacturing business. The role involves preparing management accounts, analyzing variances, monitoring production costs, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Monitor and report on manufacturing costs, overheads, and cost of sales.
• Analyse production efficiency, waste, and yield to support operational improvements.
• Develop and maintain standard costing systems and ensure accurate product costing.
• Assist with annual budgets, financial planning, and rolling forecasts.
• Provide detailed financial analysis to support management in decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and statutory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved financial efficiency.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Prepare year end reports and submissions
• Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience in management accounting, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills. Proficiency in Palladium Pro added Bonus

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to process improvement.