Fruit Accountant

Our client is an internationally recognised grower, packer and exporter of citrus fruit and table grapes. Their farms and pack houses are situated across the Western Cape, with their head office in Bellville.

They are looking for a detail-oriented individual who thrives under pressure, can meet tight deadlines, and is confident working with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.

A vacancy currently exists for a Fruit Accountant at their head office in Bellville. This office-based role forms part of the fruit accounting team and reports directly to the Senior Fruit Accountant.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Setting up and managing consignment accounts for the company’s international operations
• Collecting and analyzing relevant consignment sales and cost data
• Calculating final consignment results and processing payments to produce suppliers Recording consignment transactions in the financial records
• Reconciling financial performance metrics

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 with a relevant tertiary qualification
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in fruit accounting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, particularly with large datasets
• Experience with accounting and export systems, with Paltrack experience being highly advantageous
• Strong administrative abilities with sound decision-making and time management skills Ability to work independently and consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

The following will be preferred:

• Experience in consignment accounting
• Knowledge of cost chain analysis
• Understanding of Incoterms and international trade principles

 

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Closing date:      9 May 2025