Job Description

Fall Creek is creating a world with better blueberries through its friendly,?collaborative team spread across the globe. To help us accomplish this, we are seeking a qualified [[extTitle]] . This position will be located in Paarl, South Africa.



This position is mainly responsible for the Payable Accounts and travel expenses, and provides assistance for the Receivable Accounts during high season. This position performs work at a professional level and requires a high degree of collaboration and trust.

ORGANIZATIONAL FIT:

The position reports to the Accountant and works closely with other members of the Dutch Team as well as closely with managers and employees throughout the organization.

JOB SETTING:

Office setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

(Other duties may be assigned)



Accounts Payable Duties



Under direction, administers the Accounts Payable (A/P) function in all areas; processes payable invoices and goods receipts, codes invoices to general ledger accounts, obtains manager approvals, makes weekly A/P disbursements and uploads payments file to the bank.

Processes and schedules payments, to both foreign and domestic vendors, via transfer forms.

Processes employee expense reports in Concur. Set up related payments.

Prepares monthly account reconciliations for A/P accounts. Processing of monthly recurring journal entries.

Provides accounting assistance to managers and responds to financial questions/concerns. Prepares reports as requested.

Creates/updates accounts payable vendors.

Assists with preparation of information/data (for AP and AR) for annual financial audit by internal and external auditors.



Accounts Receivable Duties



Under direction, posts Accounts Receivable (AR) Invoices and adjustments in a timely manner. Applies payments to customer accounts in a timely and accurate manner

Works with customer service, shipping and other departments to resolve any outstanding issues, including cash receipts and customer account concerns.

Assists with customer requests for credit terms with 3rd party credit insurance and/or inhouse credit coverage.

Assits gathering information for bank guarantees

Assures the highest level of confidentiality on sensitive matters.



REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING



Typically requires a Diploma in Accounting and 2+ years experience in finance type role, preferably in a manufacturing, agricultural, or food processing industry.

Solid knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to provide detailed reporting using Excel spreadsheets.

Experience using an ERP system (SAP Business One will be an advantage).

Strong alpha numeric data entry skills.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

English Level B1.

Attention to detail, and ability to actively listen.

Ability to collaborate with other team members and maintain a positive attitude.

Regular and reliable attendance at the primary place of business.

Must demonstrate professional and ethical business practices, adherence to company values, and a commitment to personal and professional development.



Who is Fall Creek? - Please go check out our Website & You Tube Videos



We are a US-based company with a keen focus on blueberry genetics, plants, and grower support delivered to the world's premier blueberry growers. From our humble beginnings in Lowell, Oregon more than 40 years ago, we now also have our own nurseries in Mexico, Peru, Spain, Netherlands, South Africa, and China. We have built a dynamic team of global experts in various areas of expertise, including the finest breeders, researchers, propagators and nursery professionals, grower support technicians, sales and customer service experts and more. We're a deeply planted link in a global chain, ready to serve our customers and our industry throughout North, Central, and South America, Greater Europe, Asia and South Africa. Our mission is to serve the growers and to support the blueberry industry, helping to ensure growers maximize success through our delivery of the best genetics and plants, technical know-how and global market intelligence.



To fulfill our mission, we focus on cultivating exceptional plants, building strong relationships and providing responsive customer service. This is all part of how we're helping to build A World with Better Blueberries(TM).



We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.



Fall Creek Farm & Nursery offers a competitive salary and benefit package for this role. This position is office bound, but will require the candidate to be available to work in a nursery setting, and/or support the production team over weekends on a rotational basis.



We can't wait to hear from you!



For consideration, please send the following related documents in support of your application for this role,



Personal CV/ resume (including recent references)

Copy of ID

Copy of - Qualification & Education Records



Incomplete applications will not be considered.



All Applications will close by 8th August 2025 and any applications received after this date will not be considered.