SVL Accounting

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. Requirements 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.