Job Description

Come and join the leading #avoexperts

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.





With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading

#avoexperts

and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

We're looking for a Assistant Management Accountant to join our team in, Kings Hill, UK.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional to support the accurate and compliant financial operations of the business. The role encompasses key responsibilities across financial reporting, transaction review, journal posting, balance sheet reconciliation, and cashflow forecasting. You will manage complex intercompany accounts, maintain prepayments and fixed asset registers, and ensure compliance with IFRS and local tax regulations including VAT and Intrastat. The role also includes reviewing customer and supplier rebates, authorising multi-currency payments, and maintaining accurate exchange rate data. A strong emphasis is placed on providing financial insight, supporting audit and continuous improvement initiatives, and contributing to both regular and ad hoc finance projects.

Responsibilities include:

Review and analyse P&L transactions, posting journals and adjustments as needed. Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations and assist with audit preparation. Manage and reconcile prepayments and the fixed asset register, including depreciation and disposals. Calculate and reconcile customer and supplier rebates in line with commercial agreements. Assist in the preparation of short- and long-term cashflow forecasts. Handle complex intercompany reconciliations, ensuring compliance with group reporting standards. Prepare and submit Irish VAT returns and Intrastat, ensuring regulatory compliance. Ensure accuracy in financial reporting in line with IFRS and company policies. Authorize multi-currency payments and maintain up-to-date exchange rates for accurate reporting. Provide financial insights to internal teams and contribute to continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

Experience we look for:

Essential

AAT fully qualified. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail. Solid understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet, and finance regulations and legislation, specifically IFRS. Proficient in Excel and experienced with ERP/accounting systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong team player and ability to collaborate with financial and non-financial stakeholders. Organised, deadline-focused, and solution-oriented.

Desirable

Experience in FMCG, food production, manufacturing or retail environments. Microsoft Dynamics experience.

Benefits

What can Westfalia Fruit offer you?

Hybrid working (2-3 days in the Kings Hill office). 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays. A welcoming, modern office with fresh fruit, bean-to-cup coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice & avocado ice-cream. Free on-site parking. Company pension scheme with life insurance cover. Employee Assistance Plan with Medicash. Christmas hampers & a Christmas party. Sausage roll Thursday & pizza lunch days.
Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.