Premium Fresh Tasmania is a privately owned vegetable farming and processing operation. The company's packing facility operates on the same site as the original family farm, established over 60 years ago. Collaborating with over 80 individual landholders every year, Premium Fresh ensures both good crop rotations and the best growing conditions across the north of Tasmania. Premium Fresh Tasmania personnel prepare the land, plant and nurture the vegetables and then harvest each crop with company owned machinery.
At Premium Fresh Tasmania, the emphasis has always been on meeting and exceeding customer expectations. This philosophy has driven the company to be leaders in product development using innovative technologies from around the world.
We will continue to focus on the quality and sustainability of our products, our practices and our people.
Role Overview We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join our friendly team in Forth. Our preferred candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the finance team by managing various accounting tasks and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This position involves maintaining company assets and the asset register, managing debtors and associated receipting, providing payroll support and backup, and managing equipment control.
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this important and challenging role will operate full-time. Remuneration for the role will coincide with experience.
As a key member of our administration team, the Assistant Accountant will have a focus on the following key responsibilities, but not limited to:
Ensure daily processing of all company bank account transactions have been updated to the ledger. Assist with debtor management, receipting, chasing payments, invoicing supermarkets on their respective portals. Prepare & assist where required with the monthly management accounts for three companies and the consolidation of the group entity. Maintain the assets company, invoicing, depreciation and assets register monthly. Maintain the company equipment control systems. Managing daily correspondence related to stock, ordering and delivery. Support payroll for two companies & end of month processes and reporting including BAS. Assist with ad hoc tasks to ensure the seamless day-to-day operation of the business, as directed by management. About You To succeed in this role, you will need to be comfortable working in a diverse blue-collar team in a factory environment. You are a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers and a commitment to excellence. With a strong foundation in accounting principles and experience in a similar role, you thrive in a collaborative environment. Your excellent communication skills enable you to work effectively within a team, and your organisational abilities help you manage multiple tasks efficiently. You have a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all your financial activities.
You will have the ability to adapt well to change, and have an inclusive working style that makes you a valuable team player. You will maintain strict confidentiality at all times and have a relentless focus on accurate data entry. You will also possess a strong understanding of accounts and payroll functions and have years of experience working with accounting software (we use Dynamics 365 Business Central – Pay Focus).
Other skills and experience include: Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or Commerce Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software, preferably 365 Business Central or NAV. Current Driver's License Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role and industry High level of customer focus Familiarity with financial reporting and reconciliation processes Knowledge of asset management practices Selection Criteria Demonstrate a sound knowledge of accounting principles and the ability to effectively apply them in financial reporting and compliance. Have experience with accounting systems, demonstrating the ability to navigate and utilise these tools efficiently. Exhibit strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. Proven ability to use technology to meet deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and accuracy in all financial activities. What's On Offer We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that promotes safety and well-being where all team members feel supported, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a diverse workforce ensures equal opportunities for all employees, enhancing our collaborative workplace culture. Gain experience in the agricultural sector, particularly in vegetable farming and processing. The scope to really make this role your own by defining a best practice accounting process. How To Apply Please apply on SEEK with your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience, addressing the selection criteria and why you're a perfect fit for Premium Fresh. Alternatively, please email ****** if you would like to view the full position description or have any further questions about the role.
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