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SVL Accounting & Reporting ManagerVivo Energy • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
SVL Accounting & Reporting Manager

SVL Accounting & Reporting Manager

Vivo Energy • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Job Purpose :

As the Accounting & Reporting Manager, you will oversee the organization’s accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls. You will lead a team of accounting professionals, ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, management reports, and other key deliverables. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization, driving process improvements, and providing strategic insights to senior management.

Principal Accountabilities :

1. Accounting and Financial Reporting

  • Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
  • Oversee the consolidation of financial data from multiple operating units (OUs), ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of management reports, Board Pack deliverables, and other financial summaries.
  • Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports prepared by the team.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting standards.

2. Team Leadership and Development

  • Manage and mentor a team of two direct reports, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality outputs.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture, promoting continuous learning and development.
  • Ensure effective workload management, delegating tasks appropriately to meet reporting deadlines and business needs.
  • 3. Stakeholder Collaboration and Support

  • Work closely with the Group Controller and FP&A Manager to provide accurate financial information and insights to senior leadership.
  • Collaborate with local finance teams across OUs to ensure consistent application of accounting principles and timely reporting.
  • Provide accounting expertise and support for strategic projects, acquisitions, or operational initiatives.
  • Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring the timely provision of requested data and resolving audit queries.
  • 4. Compliance and Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international accounting and tax regulations.
  • Monitor and manage any potential accounting risks, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Lead the preparation and submission of statutory filings and tax returns as required.
  • 5. Process Improvement and Optimization

  • Identify and implement process improvements in accounting workflows, financial reporting, and system usage.
  • Drive the adoption of best practices in accounting and reporting, ensuring efficiencies and accuracy in the department’s activities.
  • Lead or participate in financial system upgrades, migrations, or process automation initiatives.
  • 6. Ad-hoc Financial Analysis and Reporting

  • Support the Group Controller and senior leadership with ad-hoc financial analyses, reports, and recommendations.
  • Assist in preparing special project reports, including cost analyses, profitability studies, and regulatory compliance reporting.
  • Key Challenges :

  • Balancing the competing demands of regular financial reporting with ad-hoc requests from management.
  • Ensuring consistency and compliance across diverse OUs with varying reporting practices.
  • Managing a small team effectively while fostering development and collaboration.
  • Maintaining the integrity and accuracy of financial data in a fast-paced environment.
  • Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience :

    Essential :

  • 12+ years of experience in accounting and financial reporting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS / GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
  • Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business
  • Experience in managing accounting processes for a large, multi-national organization.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Solid understanding of internal controls, financial compliance, and audit procedures.
  • Desirable :

  • Experience in a downstream Oil and Gas or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in managing statutory reporting and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Competencies :

  • Leadership : Effectively manage and mentor a small team, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Technical Expertise : Deep understanding of accounting standards, regulations, and financial reporting.
  • Analytical Thinking : Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide clear insights and recommendations.
  • Attention to Detail : Ensure accuracy and completeness in financial reports and statements.
  • Communication : Communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Problem Solving : Address challenges in accounting processes and implement improvements.
  • Compliance Focused : Ensure adherence to all regulatory and internal control requirements.
  • Closing date for applications : Thursday 27 November 2025.

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