/n Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest growers and packers of carrots, onions and potatoes, supplying major supermarket chains, independent retailers, and export markets nationwide. /n /n We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated General Accountant to join our team at our Virginia office in South Australia. /n /n This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic agribusiness environment, supporting the financial operations of our potato, carrot and onion divisions. Reporting directly to the Financial Accountant and working closely with the CFO, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely and insightful financial information to support business performance and compliance. /n /n As General Accountant, you will contribute to operational finance activities, ensuring strong financial controls and supporting informed decision-making across the business. /n /n Zerella Fresh is an approved employment sponsor and we can offer visa sponsorship to the right candidate. /n /n Please note this position will need to regularly travel to our secondary site located in Parilla, SA. /n /n Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to): /n /n

- Supporting the Financial Accountant and CFO to optimise financial and operational performance across the Pye Group.

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- Preparing, reviewing and maintaining financial statements and management reports

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- Managing accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger entries

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- Completing month-end and year-end close processes

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- Preparing business activity statements (BAS) and other regulatory reports

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- Investigating variances, discrepancies and irregularities in financial data

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- Supporting the development of budgets and financial forecasts

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- Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and requirements

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- Coordinating audit documentation and liaising with external auditors

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- Providing financial insights that support business planning

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- Maintaining organised financial documentation and record-keeping systems.

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- Examining operating costs and organisations’ income and expenditure

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- Reviewing and accurately processing supplier invoices.

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- Preparing and processing weekly payment runs and ad hoc payments.

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- Managing project-related payments and maintaining supporting documentation.

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- Responsible for maintaining and reconciling potato seed account

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- Performing daily bank reconciliations and monitoring cash flow.

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- Assisting with financial reporting, analysis and ad hoc projects as required.

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- All other directions of management to achieve the company’s objectives.

/n /n /n To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: /n /n

- Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience)

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- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar finance/accounting role

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- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly advanced Excel capability

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- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

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- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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- Robust organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure

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- A proactive, solutions-focused approach

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- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

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- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

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- Full and unrestricted driver’s licence (essential)

/n /n /n For more information about our company, please visit: www.zerellafresh.com.au. /n /n To express your interest, please apply by submitting your current resume. For further information, contact [email protected]. /n /n /n

📌 General Accountant (Lewiston)
🏢 Zerella Fresh
📍 Lewiston