Accountant – Growth‑Focused, Month‑End Leader

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

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.