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 communityReporting Structure:Reports to: AVI Group Reporting ManagerKey Areas of Impact:AVI Group consolidationConsolidation of the Group's month-end actual results, including key reconciliationsPreparation of the condensed consolidated Group interim results biannuallyPreparation of the Group Annual Financial Statements (including reconciliations and proofs), ensuring compliance with JSE listing requirements, IFRS, Companies Act, etc.Assistance in the compilation of the Group Annual ReportAssistance with the finance and administration function of the AVI Corporate entitiesWork with the Corporate Accountant to:Maintain accounting recordsProcess and reconcile monthly intercompany transactionsPrepare annual budget and quarterly forecasts for corporate entitiesPrepare year-end financial reporting packs and reconciliationsPrepare annual financial statementsPrepare tax packs and tax returns (including provisional and final tax computations)Prepare Trading Update estimates for corporate entitiesLiaise and manage external auditsPreparation of accounting entries for the Holding CompanyPrepare and perform all accounting entry information for the Holding CompanyQuarterly preparation and processing of directors' feesPrepare, calculate and journalise all tax entriesPreparation of forecasts and budgetsAd hoc group projects.What It Takes to Succeed:Experience that set you up for success:Previous experience with an extensive accounting function and financial processesWorking experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essentialExperience in the consolidation of group results as an advantageQualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:BCom Accounting with Honours, Financial Management Degree or equivalentAdditional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:Knowledge of operational finance and management accounting principlesAdvanced ExcelTake the Next Step with AVI LimitedAVI 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.