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Finance Officer (Debtors / Creditors / Invoicing / Supplies / Month End / Reporting)
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Finance Officer (Debtors / Creditors / Invoicing / Supplies / Month End / Reporting)
Join to apply for the Finance Officer (Debtors / Creditors / Invoicing / Supplies / Month End / Reporting) role at United Exports .
United Exports is a completely integrated international fruit breeder, producer, and exporter with a particular focus on new blueberry varieties. Our leading blueberry brand, OZblu, is helping grow the category and set new standards across the globe.
This position is responsible for processing all financial transactions and creating financial reports. The processing of financial transactions includes managing Debtors, Creditors, and Salaries by invoicing, investigating, and posting information to Payroll and SAGE from source documents such as invoices, receipts, payroll, journals, and other relevant financial documents. Bank reconciliations are performed to ensure the availability of accurate information in a trial balance.
Key Responsibilities- Bill supplier invoices from approved purchase orders and ensure they match the supplier invoice received.
- Follow up on outstanding purchase orders not yet approved.
- Attend to / review customer, supplier, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare PMR and load all bank payment requests for approval.
- Process / review daily inventory journals for stock to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
- Process / review month-end corrective entries from the approved stock adjustment schedule.
- Ensure statements and debtors reports are issued by the last day of the month.
- Follow up on all outstanding payments. All payments must be strictly 30 days from the invoice.
- Reconciling Monthly Creditors.
- Processing of weekly Grower payments.
- Processing sales invoices.
- National Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping Qualification
- Sound knowledge of accounting packages
- Graduate or minimum of 1-3 years of work experience in junior accounting positions
- Excellent communication skills; verbal and written
- Excellent planning, organisational skills
- Building and maintaining good interpersonal relationships
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Process and deadline-driven
- Mid-Senior level
- Full-time
- Accounting/Auditing
- Accounting
STORE MANAGER (CLOTHING RETAIL)
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STORE MANAGER/CERES WESTERN CAPE - To manage the Store executing Marketing and Operation plans. Only applicants with Clothing retail experience will be considered for this position. Must have Matric and valid Driver’s license (not negotiable).
Minimum requirements- Matric Certificate & Drivers license
- NQF 5/6 Certificate or Diploma in Retail/Business Management (preferable)
- Valid code 8 driver’s license – endorsed
- 2 – 5 years Retail Sales /operations experience as an Assistant Manager or Manager
- Asset Management
- Stock Control
- Merchandising
- Marketing and Sales
- Administration and Cash
- Management of Staff
- Security and Risk
- Customer Service
- Criminal / Credit Check
- Qualification verification
- Computer and Psychometric assessments
- First Aider Training
Salary: Market related
Application ProcessOnline applications will receive preference, ensure you upload a head and shoulder photo, alternatively e-mail CV and head & shoulder photo to , use "STOREMANCERES" as a reference. Please deem your application as unsuccessful if you receive no feedback after 2 weeks.
#J-18808-LjbffrStore Manager
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The purpose of this position is to have a successful individual that will be responsible for managing an individual store through execution of the marketing and operations plans. Who will co-ordinate specific marketing, administrative, logistics, HR, sales, and operations sequences and attends to the general applications and interventions associated with the functionality within the store.
Overview Asset Management- Responsible for the branch, ensuring that the outside of the store is kept neat and tidy and that inside fixtures and fittings are accounted for and maintained.
- Co-ordination of maintenance and repair services
- Protect and secure all company assets in the store
- Responsible for all stock and will be held accountable for all overages and shortages
- Prepare requisitions to replenish stock
- Identify and report on slow selling items
- Conduct stock takes and manage shrinkage within company requirements.
- Manage the quality and quantity aspects of the merchandise assortments.
- Co-ordinate the layout of shelves and merchandise of seasonal and sale displays.
- Identify new ways of promoting merchandise.
- Ensure required housekeeping standards are always maintained.
- Manage the implementation of all marketing promotions to ensure maximum sales opportunities are exploited.
- Prepare and direct staff who are preparing merchandise displays in alignments with sales and marketing requirements.
- Actively participate in promotions
- Stay up to date with current advertising trends.
- Provide sales leadership to staff.
- Stay current with products, marketing, and pricing of area retailers with similar products.
- Achieve and exceed store sales targets.
- Organizing special promotions sales and events
- Initiating changes/improvement suggestions
- Ensure that the standard of administration and procedures in store are met
- Ensure that the responsible persons are following proper procedures when handling all store cash.
- Check and verify these documents daily.
- Manage controllable expenses as this directly affects the profitability of the branch.
- Reporting daily figures to Area Manager
- Manage the security in all aspects of the business and ensure that security procedures are strictly adhered to
- Monitor security staff and make sure that they are alert and performing their duties to the maximum
- Ensuring that Health & Safety standards are met
- Attend to alarm call outs
- Train staff in customer service
- Assist customers with enquiries and complaints
- Apply Customer Service principles in a friendly and enthusiastic manner daily
- Continuously satisfy customer needs and attract clientele
- Assign employees to specific duties, by way of their job description, tasking plans and goals
- Encourage, assist, and train employees to become a motivated workforce driving sales
- Manage performance and development of staff
- Ensure that all procedures and policies are being followed and enforce disciplinary action when necessary
- Manage the store staffing blueprint by replenish staffing through the company recruitment policy and processes
- Manage time and attendance of staff
- Conduct staff meetings
- Matric Certificate.
- NQF 5/6 Certificate or Diploma in Retail/Business Management preferable.
- Valid Driver’s License – Code 8 unendorsed
- 2-5 years in relevant Sales/retail/operations environment as an Assistant Manager/ Manager
- Analytical Thinking
- Coaching & Developing Others
- Customer Insight & Focus
- Decision making
- Performance focus
- Problem Solving
- Team Leadership
- Criminal / Credit Check
- Qualification verification
- Computer and Psychometric assessments where required
- First Aid / Firefighting training
If you believe that you qualify and are looking for a challenging career requiring unquestionable commitment and passion, and wish to apply, please upload your CV + motivational letter by no later than 22 August 2025.
If you have not been contacted one (1) week from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
#J-18808-LjbffrProduction Manager
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Our client, Bronaar Farms, is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead the production of approximately 200 hectares of potatoes and onions on their farm located in the Koue Bokkeveld, Western Cape.
The successful candidate will bring energy, with a strong drive for performance, balanced with a collaborative style and the ability to manage people in a motivating manner. A passion for agriculture, a willingness to innovate, and an openness to technology-driven solutions will be key to success in this position.
Responsibilities will include:
- Oversee all potato and onion production activities from planting to harvest
- Lead production teams across 5 units
- Manage soil preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilisation, crop protection, and harvesting
- Monitor crop health and quality
- Monitor budgets and resources
- Ensure safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility
- Use technology and data to drive continuous efficiency
- Contribute to innovation and sustainable farming practices
- All other tasks related to this position
Essential qualifications, skills, and experience:
- Matric, a relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
- 3–5 years’ experience in crop production, preferably potatoes and/or onions
- Excellent communication skills (English and Afrikaans)
In addition to competitive remuneration, the package includes housing and eligibility to the company profit sharing scheme. Commencement date: early 2026.
Please apply online at before 09:00 on 15 October 2025.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Equal Employment OpportunityBronaar Farms is an equal opportunities employer.
Quality Manager Wolseley
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Location: Wolseley, Western Cape
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Overview:
RPO Recruitment's client, in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quality Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the quality control process within our food manufacturing facility.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement quality control procedures and policies to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement
- Collaborate with production teams to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions
- Monitor and analyze production data to track quality performance and identify trends
- Manage a team of quality assurance technicians and provide training and guidance as needed
- Communicate with suppliers and customers to address quality concerns and ensure product specifications are met
- Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in food science, quality assurance, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality management role within the food manufacturing industry
- Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, SQF, etc.)
- Experience with implementing and maintaining quality management systems
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or similar certification preferred
Salary:
Negotiable. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Application:
Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:
#J-18808-LjbffrManager Office Wolseley
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Our client, a well-known fruit grower and packer located near Wolseley , has an opportunity available for an experienced and reliable person to join their team.
Duties & Responsibilities- Co-responsible for the sustainable profitable strategic management of the Company.
- Board and divisional financial management & reporting.
- Strategic financial analysis, reporting and management.
- Agri value chain financial management, administration, capital optimisation, risk and asset management.
- Financial system development, process management and implementation.
- Key partners management, internal & external.
- Monthly preparation and quality control of preliminary and final financial figures as well as the preparation of 'dashboards' in respect of financial drivers for monthly management reports.
- Month-end procedures of the business which include preparation of journals, stock corrections and provisions as well as cost price corrections.
- Perform analytical review procedures regarding cost analyses and profitability.
- Management support to make informed decisions through the use of formulas, software and spreadsheets.
- Continuous identification of financial risks and making recommendations on them.
- Drafting budgets and managing the budget process.
- Execution of financial year-end procedures.
- Develop financial models and forecasts.
- Handling policies and standard practices of the company.
- Provide ongoing financial support to all stakeholders (internal / external).
- Daily authorisation and release of payments and cash book.
- Ongoing Treasury system development, processes and control implementation.
- Effective audits and audit enquiries.
- Compliance with covenants and regulatory requirements of financial institutions.
- Manage the payroll system.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting.
- SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA registration required.
- 5 - 10 years of financial management experience.
- Preferred: 5+ years of experience in an operational business environment with an Agriculture background.
- System maintenance and development experience.
Financial Manager (Office based)
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Our client, a well-known fruit grower and packer located near Wolseley , has an opportunity available for an experienced and reliable person to join their team.
Duties & Responsibilities- Co-responsible for the sustainable profitable strategic management of the Company.
- Board and divisional financial management & reporting.
- Strategic financial analysis, reporting and management.
- Agri value chain financial management, administration, capital optimisation, risk and asset management.
- Financial system development, process management and implementation.
- Key partners management, internal & external.
- Monthly preparation and quality control of preliminary and final financial figures as well as the preparation of 'dashboards' in respect of financial drivers for monthly management reports.
- Month-end procedures of the business which include preparation of journals, stock corrections and provisions as well as cost price corrections.
- Perform analytical review procedures regarding cost analyses and profitability.
- Management support to make informed decisions through the use of formulas, software and spreadsheets.
- Continuous identification of financial risks and making recommendations on them.
- Drafting budgets and managing the budget process.
- Execution of financial year-end procedures.
- Develop financial models and forecasts.
- Handling policies and standard practices of the company.
- Provide ongoing financial support to all stakeholders (internal / external).
- Daily authorisation and release of payments and cash book.
- Ongoing Treasury system development, processes and control implementation.
- Effective audits and audit enquiries.
- Compliance with covenants and regulatory requirements of financial institutions.
- Manage the payroll system.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting.
- The suitable candidate must be SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA registered.
- The suitable candidate must have at least 5 - 10 years of financial management experience.
- Candidates with 5+ years of experience in an operational business environment with an Agriculture background will be preferred.
- System maintenance and development experience.
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Quality Manager
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Location: Wolseley, Western Cape
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Overview:
RPO Recruitment's client, in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quality Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the quality control process within our food manufacturing facility.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement quality control procedures and policies to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement
- Collaborate with production teams to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions
- Monitor and analyze production data to track quality performance and identify trends
- Manage a team of quality assurance technicians and provide training and guidance as needed
- Communicate with suppliers and customers to address quality concerns and ensure product specifications are met
- Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in food science, quality assurance, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality management role within the food manufacturing industry
- Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, SQF, etc.)
- Experience with implementing and maintaining quality management systems
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or similar certification preferred
Salary: negotiable.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
#J-18808-LjbffrSenior Pastry Chef
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High end property in the Boland (Worcester area) with onsite restaurants and a large wedding, conference & events footprint is currently recruiting for a Senior Pastry Chef.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced candidate, that will excel in a high-pressure environment, be capable of handling large numbers of guests, and demonstrate expertise in baking pastries and artisanal breads in large volumes. As the Pastry Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional pastries and breads to all outlets within our establishment.
Responsibilities- Oversee the daily production of pastries and artisanal breads, ensuring consistent quality and presentation to meet the standards of our 5 restaurant.
- Demonstrate the ability to handle large baking volumes during peak periods, efficiently meeting the demands of our guests.
- Coordinate with various outlets within the restaurant to ensure a steady supply of fresh pastries and breads.
- Expertise in baking croissants and a variety of artisanal breads.
- Lead and mentor pastry and bakery staff, providing training and support to maintain a skilled and motivated team.
- Efficiently manage multiple tasks, including pastry production, inventory management, and staff supervision.
- Plan to meet demand and maintain smooth operations.
- Demonstrate quick thinking and problem-solving skills to address any challenges that arise during baking or service.
- Collaborate with the culinary team to create innovative and seasonal pastry menus.
- Uphold the highest standards of pastry quality, ensuring that all products meet our 5 restaurant standards.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines, sanitation standards, and food handling practices.
- Grade 12 & a formal qualification.
- Proven experience as a Senior Pastry Chef and Baker in a high-volume, 5 restaurant or luxury hospitality establishment.
- Exceptional baking skills, with a particular emphasis on crafting excellent croissants and artisanal breads.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to guide and inspire staff.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional results during busy periods.
- Multi-tasking abilities and excellent organizational skills to manage pastry production and staff effectively.
- Teaching and training abilities to develop the skills of junior pastry chefs and bakery staff.
- Creativity and passion for pastry arts.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
Advancing Financial Adviser
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Qualifications and Experience- A minimum of Matric or equivalent
- A minimum 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser
- A minimum of Long-term Insurance Class of Business completion.
- Completion of additional FAIS requirements such as Investments Class of Business, the Regulatory Examination 5 (RE5), an FSCA-approved qualification will be advantageous.
- A valid driver’s licence and own car
- A clear criminal and credit check
- Consultative Selling
- Customer Feedback Management
- Customer-Focused
- Customer Service
- Customer Understanding
- Evaluating Information
- Identifying Customer Needs
- Identifying Sales Opportunities
- Oral Communications
- Probing Questions
- Qualifying Prospects
- Sales Data Management
- Sales Software
- Strategic Selling
- Strengthening Customer Relationships
- Balances Stakeholders
- Builds Networks
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Ensures Accountability
- Instills Trust
- Interpersonal Savvy
- Manages Complexity
- Matriculation Certificate (Matric)
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