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Senior Management Accountant job at Biyinzika Poultry | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Biyinzika Poultry International Limited (BPIL) is a leading agribusiness in Uganda dedicated to providing high-quality poultry products and services that support food security, nutrition, and livelihoods, with a mission to empower farmers and transform the poultry industry through innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Renowned for its reliable supply of day-old chicks, quality animal feed, and veterinary services, BPIL has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner for farmers across the country. The company fosters a values-driven and inclusive work culture that emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and continuous learning, offering employees rewarding career paths, training opportunities, and flexible work arrangements in a dynamic agricultural setting.
Since its establishment in 1990, BPIL has grown from a small-scale hatchery into a vertically integrated enterprise with a national footprint, combining modern production technologies, rigorous quality standards, and a customer-centric approach. Its innovative business model supports the entire poultry value chain—from breeding and feed manufacturing to extension services and market access—ensuring maximum value for both commercial and smallholder farmers. With a wide distribution network and growing regional influence, BPIL is guided by core values of reliability, quality, innovation, and social impact, and is actively involved in CSR initiatives that promote youth empowerment, farmer training, and sustainable agriculture. For more information, visit www.biyinzika.co.ug.
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Deadline:
15 Nov 2025
Job Title
Senior Management Accountant job at Biyinzika Poultry
Biyinzika Poultry
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant
Organisation: Biyinzika Poultry
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary: The purpose of the role is to lead the management accounting and performance reporting function of BPIL, ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful financial analysis that drives operational efficiency, cost control, and strategic decision-making. The Senior Management Accountant plays a key role in consolidating divisional performance, improving financial systems, and supporting the CFO in managing group profitability and reporting integrity.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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How to Apply
Management and Cost Reporting & Performance Management
Lead preparation and consolidation of monthly management accounts across all business units Feed, Breeders, Hatchery, Processing, and Commercial.
Analyze profitability by product line, business unit, and customer segment, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
Prepare and present monthly, weekly performance dashboards and commentary for EXCO and Board review.
Drive continuous improvement in management reporting, including automation via Power BI and Business Central.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
Coordinate the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with business strategy and operational capacity.
Develop rolling forecasts and scenario analyses to support strategic planning.
Validate departmental budget submissions and challenge assumptions where necessary.
Prepare variance reports (actual vs. budget / forecast) with analysis on financial impact and corrective recommendations.
Support long-term financial planning and capital investment modelling
Costing & Margin Analysis
Oversee maintenance of standard cost models for all key products (feed, DOCs, live birds, frozen chicken, by-products).
Review and report on material, labour, and overhead variances; investigate root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Partner with Operations, Procurement, and Production teams to validate conversion costs and drive efficiency improvements.
Support product pricing, cost recovery, and contribution margin analysis for strategic decision-making.
Financial Controls & Governance
Ensure compliance with the Finance Manual, IFRS, and internal control framework.
Review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations prepared by junior accountants.
Lead periodic balance sheet reviews, focusing on inventory valuation, intercompany balances, and provisions.
Support internal and external audit processes with required schedules and reconciliations.
Mentor team members in control discipline and data integrity.
Systems & Process Improvement
Act as finance lead for automation projects (ERP upgrades, Business Central enhancements, Power BI dashboards).
Standardise financial templates and automate repetitive reporting processes.
Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for management accounting processes.
Support system integration between SFA and Business Central for real-time reporting
Leadership & Collaboration
Supervise and coach junior management accountants and analysts.
Build strong working relationships with Operations, Commercial, and Procurement teams to align financial and operational performance.
Lead cross-functional financial reviews, promoting accountability for results and cost control.
Represent the Finance Department in EXCO-prep meetings when delegated by the CFO.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
Professional qualification: CPA, ACCA, or equivalent (fully qualified preferred).
Skills and Experience:
Minimum 6–8 years’ progressive experience in management accounting, preferably within manufacturing, agribusiness, or FMCG sectors.
Proven experience in cost accounting, performance management, and ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central / Dynamics NAV preferred).
Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and data analytics tools.
Strong understanding of IFRS, costing principles, and financial planning.
Strategic and analytical thinker with attention to detail.
Strong leadership and mentoring ability.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
Competencies: The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following BPIL High Performance Behaviours:
Common purpose
Open communication
Setting and Achieving Targets
Sense of Urgency & Agility
Accountability
Collaborate Effectively
Result-Driven Mindset
Trust & Mutual Respect
Customer Focused
Innovation & Continuous Learning
Sense of Belonging
