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Group Technical Accounting Manager

Group Technical Accounting Manager

DigiOutsourceCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
9 days ago
Job description

Who We Are

We’re part of Super Group, the NYSE‑listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading sports and iGaming brands.

At DigiOutsource, we bring passionate people and innovative tech together to create market‑leading online gaming solutions. Our multidisciplinary teams are passionate about products, customer experience and security. We’re empowered to achieve the ultimate in high‑performance gaming experiences using the best technology available.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At DigiOutsource, every day is action‑packed, and we expect you to bring your A‑game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.

Why We Need You

We’re on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and superdrive will help us achieve our vision. In this role, you’ll lead the creation and governance of the group’s accounting policy manual, ensuring consistency in accounting treatment and disclosures across the organization. You’ll translate complex IFRS standards into clear, actionable policies that are easy to apply, support audit readiness and help reduce financial reporting risk. Ultimately, your work will ensure accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting that strengthens our financial integrity and supports our strategic goals.

What You’ll Be Doing

Policy Development & Maintenance

  • Creation, maintenance and governance of the group’s accounting policy manual.
  • Drafting of new accounting policies or revising existing ones based on regulatory changes or internal requirements.
  • Reviewing IFRS updates and assessing the implications for existing policies.
  • Maintaining version control and change logs for all policy documents.
  • Ensuring compliance with accounting, regulatory and internal control frameworks.
  • Supporting automation initiatives by standardizing policy documentation formats and integrating them into reporting tools.

Technical Research & Interpretation

  • Monitoring changes in accounting standards and assessing implications.
  • Investigating complex accounting issues raised by business units or auditors.
  • Benchmarking policies against industry best practices.
  • Managing and drafting technical memos and position papers for complex accounting issues.
  • Reviewing and providing guidance on position papers prepared by the audit and accounting team.

    • Consolidation Reporting

  • Ensuring technical accounting matters are accurately reflected in the financial statements through clear policy guidance and documentation.
  • Assisting in the review of the consolidated financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with IFRS and SEC regulations.
  • Assisting in the review of supporting consolidation schedules used for the population of primary statements and detailed notes.
  • Integrating technical accounting matters into financial statement disclosures and ensuring alignment with group accounting policies.
  • Driving automation of consolidation and reporting processes using available tools and templates.

    • Training & Communication

  • Conducting workshops and training sessions on accounting policies.
  • Developing quick‑reference guides and FAQs for policy users.
  • Ensuring policies are accessible and understandable to non‑technical users.

    • This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

    Essential Skills You’ll Bring To The Table

  • CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in technical accounting or policy writing.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience in drafting accounting manuals or technical memos.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Familiarity with SOX Compliance, or compliance within a listed environment.
  • Experience working collaboratively in cross‑functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals.
  • Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations.

    • Desirable Skills You’ve Got Up Your Sleeve

  • Hands‑on experience with business and financial software preferred.
  • MS Dynamics Nav / Business Central.
  • FloQast, IBM Planning Analytics (TM1 / Cognos) and Workiva are a plus.

    • Our values are non‑negotiables

    Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.

    These Competencies Are

  • Adaptability
  • Ownership and accountability
  • Initiating action
  • Resilience
  • Team orientation
  • Integrity
  • Innovation

    • What You’ll Get Back

    We offer a great variety of personal and professional benefits to help you thrive at DigiOutsource and Super Group. This includes :

  • We’re dedicated to your supergrowth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
  • Your hard work and achievements won’t go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
  • Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
  • Free Daily Meals
  • Free Massages On‑site
  • Free On‑site Gym
  • Group Life Cover
  • Funeral Fund Benefit
  • Financial Services Assistance
  • Curro School Fees Benefit
  • Income Continuation Benefit
  • Leadership Training
  • Referral Bonus
  • Medical Aid Subsidy
  • Free Sleep Coaching
  • On‑site Barista
  • Retirement Annuity Subsidy
  • Team Builds

    • Be part of that Superclass feeling. At Super Group, diversity is part of our DNA. With teams across 16 countries, 85 nationalities, and 19 languages, we take equal opportunities seriously, championing a supportive, inclusive and empowering environment wherever you are in the Group.

    It’s all about putting your experience first and ensuring honesty and fairness in all we do.

    Here, your growth is supported and your contributions valued.

    Game on!

    Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.

  • Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.

    • This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.

    Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

    The perfect place to work, play and grow!

    Seniority level

    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment type

    Full‑time

    Job function

    Accounting / Auditing and Finance

    Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and Retail

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