{"id":4177895,"url":"https://alion.io/job/omnia-management-accountant-performance-analysis","title":"Management Accountant Performance Analysis","company":{"id":2448693,"name":"Omnia","domain":"omnia.co.za","url":"https://alion.io/company/omnia-co-za","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Manatal","truth_index":null},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Lusaka, Zambia"],"countries":["ZM"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Excel","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-12T16:35:35Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-12","last_verified_at":"2026-11-12T16:35:35Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT: PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS\nLocation: Lusaka, Zambia\nBusiness Unit: Omnia Agriculture (Nutriology®) | Finance\nReports To: Finance Director\nContract Type: Fixed Term\nPeriod: 12 months\nSubmission Closing Date: 19 November 2026\nJoin Omnia Nutriology® and help shape the future of sustainable agriculture.\nOmnia 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.\nAs 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.\nAt 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.\nInnovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.\nROLE IMPACT\nAs 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.\nThis 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.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES\nFinancial Performance Analysis\nAnalyse fertilizer and related product KPIs, including Average Revenue Per Ton (ARPT), Average Gross Profit Per Ton and Average Cost of Sales Per Ton.\nMonitor sales volumes, pricing strategies and profit margins to identify trends, risks and performance variances.\nPrepare detailed management financial reports highlighting performance against targets and prior periods across monthly, year-to-date and business segment perspectives.\nProvide meaningful analysis and recommendations to improve financial and operational performance.\nMarket Intelligence & Commercial Insights\nGather and analyse market intelligence to understand competitor pricing, competitor activities and broader market dynamics.\nIntegrate market insights into financial analysis to anticipate market changes and assess potential business impacts.\nCollaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to align financial forecasts with market developments and commercial opportunities.\nPartner with Receivables and Credit Control teams to assess customer segment performance and understand potential delinquency risks.\nTrend Analysis & Strategic Recommendations\nConduct comprehensive trend analyses to forecast future business performance.\nIdentify commercial opportunities and risks arising from market and operational changes.\nDevelop strategic recommendations that improve profitability and mitigate risk.\nPresent data-driven insights and recommendations to the Finance Director and business leadership teams.\nBudgeting & Forecasting\nSupport the development and delivery of annual budgets and periodic forecasts through active engagement with business stakeholders.\nAnalyse actual performance against budgets and forecasts and provide commentary on significant variances.\nUpdate forecasts using real-time business data and market intelligence.\nContribute to the continuous improvement of forecasting accuracy and financial planning processes.\nCost Management & Optimisation\nEvaluate cost of sales per ton and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency improvements.\nWork closely with Procurement and Operations teams to optimise supply chain costs and improve profitability.\nImplement and monitor cost control initiatives across the organisation.\nMeasure and report on the effectiveness of cost optimisation initiatives.\nKPI Development & Management Reporting\nDevelop and refine KPIs relevant to the fertilizer distribution business.\nImplement systems and processes to track, analyse and report on KPIs regularly.\nUse KPI reporting to drive continuous improvement in operational and financial performance.\nPrepare and present monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts with insightful commentary.\nDevelop dashboards and visual reporting tools that communicate financial performance effectively.\nTranslate complex financial information into practical and understandable insights for non-financial stakeholders.\nStakeholder Collaboration, Compliance & Risk Management\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with business strategies.\nSupport business decision-making through the delivery of timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.\nEngage with auditors, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders where required.\nEnsure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards and internal governance requirements.\nIdentify financial risks and support the development of effective mitigation strategies.\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\nQualifications\nBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.\nProfessional certification such as ACCA, CIMA or CPA is highly desirable.\nExperience\nMinimum 5 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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.\nTHANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST\nThank 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. 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