Assistant Accountant at AVI Limited

A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J, a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision. I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004. I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. It is also one of AVI’s great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT in the commercial division at I&J, Head Office, Cape Town. The purpose of this role is to assist the Finance Department with all accounting on the Distribution agent account as well as listing, maintenance, settlement and payment of confidential discounts.

Line Manager: Accountant – Commercial

Number of direct reports: 0

Job Specification:
Key Performance Areas:
Provide monthly statements and relevant information required by distribution agent

Ensure all reconciled intems are investigated and processed timeously

Process month end journals

Review purchase orders created by the Sales Team

Perform month end closing entries on SAP system

Provide confidential rebate payment instruction

Ensure all rebate payment are made in accordance with terms

Maintain rebate agreement file

Maintain rebate agreement listings

Compile sales information relevant to rebate periods

Perform settlement of rebate agreements on SAP

Prepare and process journals

Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
2-3 years relevant experience in a similar role

Experience in a commercial or financial environment

Qualifications:
Grade 12

BTech qualification in Accounting or Finance

Additional requirements:
Advanced Excel knowledge

SAP advantageous

Required to travel to distribution agents (Adhoc)

Competencies:
Thinking Analytically

Documenting Facts

Interpreting data

Meeting Deadlines

Attention to Detail

Minimising Risk

Planning and Organising

Keeping Commitments