Location: Lusaka, Zambia Industry: Fertilizer / Agribusiness / Manufacturing Reports to: Finance Manager / Inventory Controller Deadline for Applications: 4th November 2025
ABOUT THE POSITION:
A leading fertilizer manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Stock Accountant to manage inventory records, analyze stock movements, and ensure accurate valuation of all raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance, Production, and Logistics departments to ensure proper reconciliation and reporting of inventory across multiple locations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain accurate inventory records in the accounting system, ensuring alignment with physical stock levels.
- Monitor and analyze stock movements (receipts, transfers, consumption, dispatches, and adjustments).
- Prepare monthly stock reconciliations between physical and system quantities and investigate variances.
- Work with production and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate stock reporting.
- Assist in periodic physical stock counts and audits at all warehouses and plants.
- Ensure proper costing and valuation of inventory in line with IFRS and company policy.
- Generate inventory reports for management review and decision-making.
- Assist in developing and implementing effective internal controls for stock management.
- Support finance and procurement teams in stock forecasting and reorder planning.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Professional qualification.
- Full or Associate Membership with the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in inventory or cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or fertilizer environment.
- Strong understanding of inventory management systems and stock control processes.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Pastel, Sage, or ERP systems.
- Good analytical, reporting, and reconciliation skills.
