Senior Fruit Accountant, BellvilleAre you a finance professional with a passion for the fresh fruit industry? Our client in Wellington is seeking a Senior Fruit Accountant to play a vital role in managing producer payments, standard cost variances, and financial reporting. The position involves overseeing creditors’ processes, preparing payment schedules, handling cashflow, and managing balance sheets. Ideal candidates should possess a BCompt. or BTech Degree, extensive Excel proficiency, and a strong understanding of cost accounting principles. A background in the fresh fruit industry is essential, along with excellent organizational skills and a detail-oriented mindset. Join a dynamic team and enjoy market-related remuneration based on your experience and qualifications.JOB DESCRIPTIONManage full creditors process on producersCapturing and review of produce and related cost elements & related adjustmentsWeekly preparations and review of payments to producersSending of payment remittances to producersReporting on producer payment summariesManaging ledgers for any deductions on producer paymentsCashflow managementMonthly updating and monitoring of standard costs and related variancesInvoicing of costs back to producersManagement of balance sheet items, relating to control accounts on standard costVarious reportingOnboarding of new customers and producersProcessing of commercial invoices and credit notesPreparation and review of weekly and monthly commercial creditor paymentsAny other relevant accounting functions as requiredMinimum RequirementsBCompt. Degree or BTech Degree or accounting diplomaCompleted articles at registered auditing firm or minimum 5 years relevant accounting experiencePrevious experience within the fresh fruit industryComputer skills and extensive experience in ExcelCost accounting & standard cost principles essentialForex handlingExcellent organisational skillsEnergetic and disciplinedGood communication skillsAbility to work cooperative in a teamHigh attention to detail is a pre-requisiteBe able to work under pressure and meet deadlinesREMUNERATIONMarket related, depending on experience and qualificationsPlease send your cv to admin@zeminwe.co.za
