Management Accountant at Varun Beverages Zambia

Job Title: Management Accountant x 1
Varun Beverages Zambia Limited
Lusaka

Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor production, distribution, and operational costs.
Conduct variance analysis between budget and actual performance.
Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Support inventory accounting and stock reconciliations.
Prepare cost analysis for manufacturing and logistics operations.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Support audits and statutory reporting requirements.
Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.
Analyse sales trends, margins, and profitability by product/channel.
Coordinate with operations, procurement, warehouse, and sales teams for financial data accuracy.
Develop and improve financial controls and reporting systems.
Prepare management presentations and KPI dashboards

Professional networking events
Qualifications:

ACCA, CIMA, or ZICA CA Zambia. CIMA is preferred for pure management accounting roles.
Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business

Experience

5+ years in management accounting, FP&A, or costing in manufacturing/FMCG/services
Hands-on with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, product costing, and KPI reporting
Strong IFRS knowledge and ability to translate numbers into business insights for management
Advanced Excel and experience with ERP systems – SAP, Oracle, Sage, NAV
Experience supporting strategic decisions, cost control, and business partnering with ops/sales

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