Bookkeeper - Citrusdal

Farm Managers SA · Western Cape

Posted 30 October 2026

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  • At least 3–5 years' relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience.
  • Experience with full accounting functions and management reporting.
  • Strong Excel skills.
  • Experience with accounting software such as Pastel, Sage or similar.
  • Good understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS requirements.
  • Strong understanding of cash-flow management and budgeting.
  • Valid driver's licence.
  • Agricultural or farming environment.
  • Fresh produce or flower industry.
  • Export businesses.
  • Foreign-currency transactions.
  • Packhouse operations.
  • Agricultural costing.
  • Seasonal labour.
  • A.P., SIZA or other agricultural compliance systems.
  • Export logistics and freight.
  • Banking facilities and working-capital management.
  • Payroll and HR administration.
  • Draftworx, Pastel or other accounting platforms.
  • Crest Payroll, Farm Costing Solutions Payroll for HR related.

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Hands-on and commercially minded.
  • Highly organised and detail-oriented.
  • Comfortable working independently.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong in Excel and financial analysis.
  • A good communicator who can work with both management and operational staff.
  • Able to identify problems and investigate the underlying causes.
  • Proactive rather than purely reactive.
  • Able to explain financial information in a practical and understandable manner.
  • Trustworthy and able to handle confidential financial information.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

  • Accurate and timely monthly financial reporting.
  • Effective cash-flow management.
  • Accurate VAT, payroll and statutory compliance.
  • Effective debtor and creditor management.
  • Budget preparation and budget-versus-actual reporting.
  • Cost control and identification of financial variances.
  • Accurate accounting records and reconciliations.
  • Effective banking and payment management.
  • Support to management in financial and operational decision-making.
  • Continuous improvement of financial systems and internal controls.
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