The Costa Group is Australia’s leading grower, packer and marketer of fresh fruit and vegetables and manages multiple farms and horticultural properties throughout the Country. Costa is a dynamic organization seeking a highly motivated Finance and Administration Lead our high performing finance and administration team. As a leader in agriculture, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in all that we do. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated finance and administration professional to play a pivotal role in our continued success. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the Finance and Admin Lead will work to lead a small team, driving financial and administrative excellence within our Citrus category finance department. This hands-on role involves a diverse range of responsibilities, including stock order and purchase order processes, fixed asset and vehicle registration maintenance and management of manual and system based projects. This is a permanent full-time position based at our Emerald, QLD office. For the right candidate, flexible working arrangements will be considered. This is a new and unique opportunity within Costa. Key Responsibilities: Stock process Manage end-to-end process of the stock process. This includes managing raising of purchase order through to to assisting with scheduling and processing of stock-takes and investigate any identified stock discrepancies. Maintain Fixed Asset Register Maintain all (owned & leased vehicles) Fixed Asset Register Relationship Management: Maintain strong and proactive relationships with business leaders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Process Improvement: Contribute to the design and development of business process improvements, emphasizing efficiency and effectiveness, this includes Office policies, procedures, processes and workflows Fuel Rebate Management: Prepare monthly diesel fuel rebates and allocation of costs, ensuring data collection is accurate and reported Payroll and Accounting: Respond to accounts enquiries and investigate and/or escalate discrepancies to ensure accuracy of payments. Ensure invoice work cycle process is completed within operational timeframes. Ensure the timesheet process are completed with accuracy and within Operational timeframes. Ensure the weekly payroll process is completed by Operational timeframes, ensuring accurate data inputted with minimal errors. Technology Process: Manage current and future purchase order process (manual paper and system-based). About you Finance and Accounting degree or currently working toward to completing the degree Intermediate level Microsoft Office, Excel and Word skills. SAP experience is desirable Excellent verbal and written communication skills. If you are a results-oriented and motivated Finance professional seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications via the "apply now" link. For a confidential conversation about this role please contact Liz Manikhot, HR Manager, through liz.manikhotcostagroup.com.au Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, 12 June 2024. Costa is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of our finance team and contribute to the success of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. We look forward to welcoming the newest member of our team