Accountant

Viva Energy Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy Australia is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Retail Finance team in Australia. You will be the 2IC to the Financial Controller, driving key month-end processes and supporting junior staff.

You will interact with heads of departments, banks and auditors, oversee payroll provisions, and contribute to budgets and forecasts while maintaining rigorous financial controls.

Qualifications

• Part-way through CA or CPA qualification, or fully qualified, with a minimum of three years' experience in a similar role within industry or professional services.
• Demonstrated experience working within a high-performing, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to deliver accurate, high-quality financial accounting outcomes.
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and career growth.
• Adaptable and flexible in your approach, with the ability to respond effectively to changing business priorities and stakeholder needs.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets and financial information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to take ownership, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and support a culture of operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the month end close process.
• Responsible for maintaining and overseeing key FSA including Inventories Valuation, Payroll Expenses & Leave Provisions
• Process journals & accruals
• Review other finance team members working papers & reconciliations.
• Oversee the expense and revenue allocations including reviewing P & L’s and GL coding supplier invoices for AP.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and ongoing variance analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of auditors’ files and liaise with auditors as required.
• Perform duties of the other accountant when they are on leave.
• Process owner for Bank & Cash Reconciliations
• Any other ad hoc duties as and when required by the Financial Controller

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Stakeholder management

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Time management

Education

CA or CPA qualification

3 years experience in similar role

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A career with Viva Energy is more than just a job. It’s a chance to join a group of people dedicated to supporting Australia’s evolving energy and convenience needs. We’re a leading retail, industrial and energy business, and we’ve been helping Australians reach their destination for more than 120 years.

Our plans for the future support Australia’s energy transition to sustainable, lower carbon energy solutions. And our recent acquisitions of Coles Express and OTR, we provide Australians with outstanding convenience.

At the heart of our plans is people power. People who want to grow and evolve with us. People with new perspectives, energy and passion to drive Viva Energy and their careers forward.

About Viva Energy

Join a team that values diversity. Viva Energy is a great place to be yourself. We believe in our people, trust in their positive intentions, and empower everyone to amplify their voice across the business. We value inclusion because that’s how we get the best outcomes.

Awarded the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for the past five years highlights that we are driven by our people and continuing our focus on making Viva Energy reflect the ever-changing face of Australia.

Job Description

At Viva Energy Group, we're looking for an experienced Accountant to join our Retail Finance team and play a pivotal role in one of Australia's largest and most dynamic energy and convenience retail businesses.

Being 2IC to the Financial Controller the Accountant will be a key member of a highly dynamic & vibrant finance team.

The role will be responsible for most material financial statement areas of the business as well as drive the month end close process. These elements include but are not limited to Payroll & Leave, P & L Review and support and guidance for more junior team members of the finance team.

The Accountant will also play an active role in assisting the Financial Controller to lead key projects. Whilst the role will initially not have formal direct reports, opportunity to do so in the future is highly likely with support for growth provided. Outside of the finance team the role will have the opportunity to interact with other stakeholders such as heads of departments, banks & auditors.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Oversee the month end close process.
• Responsible for maintaining and overseeing key FSA including Inventories Valuation, Payroll Expenses & Leave Provisions
• Process journals & accruals
• Review other finance team members working papers & reconciliations.
• Oversee the expense and revenue allocations including reviewing P & L’s and GL coding supplier invoices for AP.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and ongoing variance analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of auditors’ files and liaise with auditors as required.
• Perform duties of the other accountant when they are on leave.
• Process owner for Bank & Cash Reconciliations
• Any other ad hoc duties as and when required by the Financial Controller

Qualifications

• Part-way through your CA or CPA qualification, or fully qualified, with a minimum of three years' experience in a similar role within industry or professional services.
• Demonstrated experience working within a high-performing, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to deliver accurate, high-quality financial accounting outcomes.
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and career growth.
• Adaptable and flexible in your approach, with the ability to respond effectively to changing business priorities and stakeholder needs.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets and financial information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to take ownership, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and support a culture of operational excellence.

Additional Information

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.

You must hold full Australian working rights to be considered for this role. Unfortunately, Viva Energy is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

Please note: This role is being sourced through Viva Energy Australia, therefore we will not be accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.