Management Accountant Performance Analysis

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Job Description:

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT: PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Business Unit: Omnia Agriculture (Nutriology®) | Finance

Reports To: Finance Director

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Period: 12 months

Submission Closing Date: 19 November 2026

Join Omnia Nutriology® and help shape the future of sustainable agriculture.

Omnia Nutriology partners with farmers to unlock the full potential of their land, crops and resources through our proprietary Nutriology® approach. By combining science-based crop nutrition, agronomic expertise, biological solutions and innovative technologies, we help growers increase productivity, improve soil health and build more resilient farming systems. Together with our customers, we are advancing sustainable agriculture, strengthening food security and creating lasting value for future generations.

As part of Omnia Holdings Limited (JSE: OMN), you’ll join a global, diversified business operating across the agriculture, mining and chemicals sectors. With operations in 23 countries, customers in more than 40 countries, over 70 distribution centres, and approximately 3,800 employees worldwide, Omnia develops innovative products, technologies and services that support food security, responsible mining and sustainable industrial development. Through science, innovation and collaboration, we help customers use resources more efficiently, solve complex operational challenges and create lasting value for a changing world.

At Omnia, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful challenges, and grow your career in a purpose-led organisation committed to innovation, learning and sustainable impact.

Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.

ROLE IMPACT

As the Management Accountant: Performance Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, strategic decision-making and operational efficiency within Omnia’s fertilizer distribution business. You will transform complex financial and market data into meaningful insights that influence commercial decisions, improve profitability and support sustainable business growth.

This role is responsible for analysing key performance indicators across the business, evaluating financial performance trends, monitoring market dynamics and providing actionable recommendations that improve profitability and operational effectiveness. Working closely with Finance, Sales, Marketing, Credit Control, Procurement and Operations teams, you will provide valuable performance insights that support informed decision-making, optimise business performance and create long-term value.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Performance Analysis

• Analyse fertilizer and related product KPIs, including Average Revenue Per Ton (ARPT), Average Gross Profit Per Ton and Average Cost of Sales Per Ton.
• Monitor sales volumes, pricing strategies and profit margins to identify trends, risks and performance variances.
• Prepare detailed management financial reports highlighting performance against targets and prior periods across monthly, year-to-date and business segment perspectives.
• Provide meaningful analysis and recommendations to improve financial and operational performance.

Market Intelligence & Commercial Insights

• Gather and analyse market intelligence to understand competitor pricing, competitor activities and broader market dynamics.
• Integrate market insights into financial analysis to anticipate market changes and assess potential business impacts.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to align financial forecasts with market developments and commercial opportunities.
• Partner with Receivables and Credit Control teams to assess customer segment performance and understand potential delinquency risks.

Trend Analysis & Strategic Recommendations

• Conduct comprehensive trend analyses to forecast future business performance.
• Identify commercial opportunities and risks arising from market and operational changes.
• Develop strategic recommendations that improve profitability and mitigate risk.
• Present data-driven insights and recommendations to the Finance Director and business leadership teams.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the development and delivery of annual budgets and periodic forecasts through active engagement with business stakeholders.
• Analyse actual performance against budgets and forecasts and provide commentary on significant variances.
• Update forecasts using real-time business data and market intelligence.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of forecasting accuracy and financial planning processes.

Cost Management & Optimisation

• Evaluate cost of sales per ton and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency improvements.
• Work closely with Procurement and Operations teams to optimise supply chain costs and improve profitability.
• Implement and monitor cost control initiatives across the organisation.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of cost optimisation initiatives.

KPI Development & Management Reporting

• Develop and refine KPIs relevant to the fertilizer distribution business.
• Implement systems and processes to track, analyse and report on KPIs regularly.
• Use KPI reporting to drive continuous improvement in operational and financial performance.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts with insightful commentary.
• Develop dashboards and visual reporting tools that communicate financial performance effectively.
• Translate complex financial information into practical and understandable insights for non-financial stakeholders.

Stakeholder Collaboration, Compliance & Risk Management

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with business strategies.
• Support business decision-making through the delivery of timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.
• Engage with auditors, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders where required.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards and internal governance requirements.
• Identify financial risks and support the development of effective mitigation strategies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CIMA or CPA is highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Management Accounting, Financial Analysis or a similar role.
• Experience within the fertilizer, agriculture or distribution industry will be advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience analysing business performance, profitability metrics and management reporting.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and business planning processes.

Key Competencies

• Strong financial modelling, reporting and data analysis capability.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using business intelligence tools.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Exceptional analytical thinking and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Strong ability to identify trends and key performance drivers.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to leverage market intelligence for strategic decision-making.
• Understanding of agricultural markets and factors influencing fertilizer demand.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability.
• Ability to influence business decisions through data-driven recommendations.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and solutions-focused approach.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

A diverse team drives stronger outcomes. At Omnia, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We believe that diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds strengthen our ability to innovate, solve complex challenges and create sustainable value. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates who share our commitment to excellence, collaboration and making a positive impact.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST

Thank you for considering a career with Omnia. We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. Our Talent Acquisition team carefully reviews every application received. While only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we encourage you to keep exploring future opportunities within the Omnia Group as we continue to grow our teams across agriculture, mining and chemicals. We wish you every success in your career journey and thank you for your interest in being part of our purpose: Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.