Technical Accounting Advisor (Controllers 13659)

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leader in the global oil and gas industry, is looking for a Technical Accounting Advisor  (in South Africa) to be part of a team directly responsible and accountable for the delivery of best-in-class capital projects.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Research accounting literature to address current issues involving accounting and financial reporting.
• Perform analysis, make recommendations, and prepare responses on accounting matters.
• Prepare confidential and technical financial accounting papers.
• Review transaction agreements to ensure compliance to the company’s controls.
• Demonstrate Joint venture and M&A integration support from a financial accounting perspective.
• Provide ad hoc financial expertise as required.
• Demonstrate a strong level of expertise with IFRS standards and their applicability within a variety of industries; however, a significant experience within the energy industry is desirable.
• Demonstrate financial analytical skills that include the ability to evaluate both industry and individual company information and comprehend advanced accounting topics.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or its equivalent
• A professional competency evidenced by professional certifications such as CPA, CA, ACCA, or CMA is desirable.
• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in relevant industries.
• Experience in public accounting, accounting policy, IFRS interpretation, internal auditing, financial statement consolidation, financial analysis, financial statement preparation, accounting research, mergers and acquisitions, taxation, process/change management, or strategy/management consulting.
• Specific operational experience in energy-related activities, infrastructure, utilities (public and/or private), joint ventures and subsidiaries, government sector, non-profits, and public administration would be desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting policies and procedures in the oil and gas industry and the ability to conduct research on an IFRS or financial reporting matter