JUNIOR FINANCE OFFICER – AGRICULTURE – SOMERSET WEST

Agricruitment Limited; Somerset West; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A company in sustainable agriculture is seeking a Junior Finance Officer based in Somerset West. This role involves managing trade receivables, maintaining accounting records, and assisting with financial reporting. Candidates should possess a tertiary qualification in finance or accounting and be proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software. The position offers a market-related salary, medical aid contribution, and opportunities for growth within a supportive finance department.

Benefits

60% medical aid contribution after probation

Life and disability insurance after 12 months

Performance bonus based on annual objectives

Partial remote working

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping is advantageous.
• High level of computer literacy is essential.
• Independent, self-motivated, honest, and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Manage trade receivables and client account enquiries.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and assist with financial reporting.
• Collaborate with auditors and capture expense claims.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Accounting software competency

Team collaboration

Bilingual in English and Afrikaans

Education

Tertiary degree or diploma in accounting or finance

Job description

Job Description

My Client is hiring a Junior Finance Officer to be filled as soon as possible based in Somerset West. You will report directly to the Finance Manager. This position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience through working in the growing sustainable agriculture sector and maintaining accurate accounting data and compiling relevant financial reports. The company and our growing Finance Department also offers a good opportunity for growth and career development.

Your tasks

You will be responsible to carry out the following duties:

• To manage trade receivables and client account enquiries
• Data entry and maintaining accurate accounting records
• Capturing and reconciliation of intercompany transactions
• Assist with financial reporting and budgeting (Power BI)
• Verification on trade payables
• Provide timely accounting data to other departments
• Collaborating with auditors and capturing expense claims
• Administer general tasks within the finance department

Profile

• Tertiary degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or other relevant qualification. Other experience in a relevant field (like bookkeeping) will be advantageous
• High level of computer literacy – Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software
• Excellent English and Afrikaans spoken and written competency with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Behavioural skills:
  • Independent and self-motivated
  • Honest and trustworthy
  • Self-confident
  • Organized to the point of perfection
  • Willing and eager to self-learn
  • Keen interest in sustainability

What’s in it for you?

Remuneration: Market-related salary and dependent on experience and qualifications

Type of contract: Permanent (6-month probation)

But also: 60% medical aid contribution (after probation), life- and disability insurance (after 12 months). When working more than 6 months you will become eligible for a performance bonus based on the level of achievement of your annual objectives. Partial remote working is part of the current company policies.

If you wish to join us, please submit your application (CV + cover letter) before 9 January 2026.

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