Accountant: Farming at COFCO International

Job purpose:

• Ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance across all agricultural activities. Supports the end-to-end financial management of farming operations, including inventory control, asset tracking, accounts payable and receivable, and lease contract oversight.
• Through detailed financial reporting, insightful analysis, and continuous process improvement, the Accountant enables informed decision-making and contributes to the strategic and commercial success of the Farming division.

Key Performance Areas

• Inventory Management: Accurate tracking, valuation, and reporting of farming consumables
• Accounts Payable: Manage supplier payments and ensure compliance
• Asset Management: Maintain fixed asset register and oversee lifecycle
• IFRS 16 Lease Management: Ensure compliance and accurate reporting
• Commodity Basis File: Prepare and maintain basis file
• Month-End Close & Reporting: Deliver accurate financial data and reconciliations
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Maintain strong governance and audit readiness
• Process Optimization & Automation: Drive efficiency through digital solutions
• Risk Management: Monitor and mitigate financial risks

Minimum criteria

• Matric senior certificate
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting
• SAICA/CIMA articles preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience in a commercial accounting role
• Intermediate MS Excel skills
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English

Skills, Knowledge and experience required

• Strong accounting and financial reporting expertise
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Numerical reasoning and problem-solving ability
• Planning, organising, and time management skills
• Background in the agriculture industry

Advantageous requirements

• Exposure to SAP S4 HANNA.

Core Competencies

• Planning and organising
• Relating and Networking
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Adapting and Coping with Change
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Following instructions and procedures