Group Accountant

Join
AVI Limited
, home to South Africa's most beloved brands across categories like food, beverages, personal care, and fashion. With over 50 brands, including household names like
Five Roses, I&J, Bakers, and Yardley
, we are a leader in the FMCG market. At
AVI
, we foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and customer focus, where innovation and high standards are our driving forces. Our diverse business units open doors to a variety of career paths, from manufacturing to fashion, marketing to finance, IT to innovation, and more. If you are passionate about delivering quality and achieving results,
AVI
is where your career can thrive.

Why Join AVI Limited?

• Incredible Brands: Work with iconic brands that South Africans love and trust, bringing passion and pride to your role.
• A Culture of Excellence: Join a results-driven, collaborative team that values high standards, accountability, and recognition.
• Diverse Opportunities: Explore varied career paths from corporate to factory roles, product innovation to field marketing.
• Strong Sense of Community: Embrace a supportive, inclusive workplace rooted in our South African heritage.

Step Into a Role That Makes an Impact
We're seeking a
Group Accountant
to drive success at
AVI Limited
in
Illovo
,
Johannesburg
. This role is designed to provide consistent, high quality management information to the AVI Group Reporting and AVI Group Financial Manager, management, the AVI Board and the investor community

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: AVI Group Reporting Manager
• Direct Reports: 0

Key Areas Of Impact

• AVI Group consolidation

• Consolidation of the Group month-end actual results including key

• Preparation of the condensed consolidated Group interims results bi-
• Preparation of the Group Annual Financial Statements (including reconciliations and proofs), ensuring compliance with JSE listing requirements, IFRS, Companies Act, etc.

• Assistance in compilation of the Group Annual

• Assistance with the finance and administration function of the AVI Corporate entities

• Work with the Corporate Accountant to:

• Maintain accounting records

• Process and reconcile monthly intercompany transactions
• Prepare annual budget and quarterly forecasts for corporate entities
• Prepare year-end financial reporting packs and reconciliations
• Prepare annual financial statements
• Prepare tax packs and tax returns (including provisional and final tax computations)
• Prepare Trading Update estimates for corporate entities

• Liaise and manage external audits

• Preparation of accounting entries for the Holding Company

• Prepare and perform all accounting entry information for the Holding Company

• Quarterly preparation and processing of directors'
• Prepare, calculate and journalise all tax
• Preparation of forecasts and
• Ad hoc group projects.

What It Takes To Succeed
Experience that set you up for success:

• Previous experience with an extensive accounting function and financial processes
• Working experience of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential
• Experience in consolidation of group results as advantage

Qualifications & Certifications That Will Contribute To Your Success

• Bcom Accounting with honours, Financial Management Degree or equivalent

Additional Requirements That Will Enhance Your Impact For Success

• Knowledge of operational finance and management accounting principles
• Advanced Excel

Take the Next Step with AVI Limited
AVI Limited offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career with brands that have become a part of South Africa's identity. If you thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment where excellence is celebrated and innovation is valued, AVI is the place for you. Join our community of diverse, talented individuals who share a commitment to our brands, our customers, and our South African heritage. Let's grow together and shape the future of South African brands.