Job Description
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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.
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We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated
General Accountant
to join our team at our
Virginia
office in South Australia.
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This is an excellent chance 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.
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As General Accountant, you will contribute to operational finance activities, ensuring strong financial controls and supporting informed decision-making across the business.
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Zerella Fresh is an approved employment sponsor and we can offer visa sponsorship to the right candidate.
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Please note this position will need to regularly travel to our secondary site located in Parilla, SA.
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Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
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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.
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To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
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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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Strong 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)
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For more information about our company, please visit:
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To express your interest, please apply by submitting your current resume. For further information, contact ******.
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📌 General Accountant (South Australia)
🏢 Zerella
📍 South Australia