Job Description

Mildura Fruit Company packs and markets a full range of citrus fruit from more than 130 growers in the

horticultural regions of Sunraysia, Riverland and Riverina to destinations around the world.We have an

exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Finance Manager to head up our Finance team

and play a crucial part in the business’ ongoing success.

Reporting to the General Manager the role manages the financial framework  ensuring a high level of

financial reporting, analysis and support is consistently provided. The position is an integral part of the

senior management team in driving business performance and maximum return is delivered to our growers

and owners.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead the finance team that includes financial accounting, accounts payable and receivable, IT and

payroll functions

• Monitor and enforce financial controls and procedures.

• Review GL balances and transactions on a monthly basis to identify and resolve any internal accounting

errors/issues.

• Treasury management including daily cash management, monthly cash flow, working capital and foreign

exchange control and administration.

• Monitor grower payment calculations and assess accuracy of payment pools so that growers are paid

accurately and on schedule.

• Investigate and provide insight into operations performance variances to budget

• Full responsibility for preparation and submission of annual budgets and periodic forecasts

• Support the ERP system upgrade project in relation to the finance and operations functions

Skills and Experience

• Degree qualified with either postgraduate, CPA or CA

• Extensive experience in a commercial finance position that has a high degree of complexity

• Genuine commitment to providing high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders

and to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising close attention to detail and accuracy

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with all levels within the organisation and ability to

influence for positive outcomes.

• Excellent MS Word, Excel, Outlook skills

• Well-developed problem-solving skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude towards working in a diverse team

• Strong work ethic with a focus on results, willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities over

time

• The ability to work with repetitive tasks and the adaptability to change focus when required

• A willingness to accept and act on constructive feedback so you can be the best you can be in your role

The Benefits

• Great company culture

• Supportive management

• Competitive remuneration 

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Parental Leave Policy

• Service Recognition Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Company

Mildura Fruit Company packs and markets a full range of citrus fruits sourced from more than 120 growers in the horticultural regions of Sunraysia, Riverland and Riverina to destinations around the world. Our experience in the industry has also enabled us to diversify from marketing solely citrus to becoming an exporter of a wide range of fruits.

We have an administrative type opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated  person to join our team and play a crucial part in the team’s success.

Responsibilities will include:

• Manage staff numbers to match workload, to minimise labour cost.

• Ensure all pallets are neatly stacked in compliance with WHS standards.

• Ensure pallet strapper/scales and wrapping machines are operating effectively.

• Ensure product is stored in designated areas and in compliance with DAWR segregation requirements.

• Liaise with the transport companies ensuring the continuous transfer of packed product to the cool store locations.

• Supervise Storeman and Forklift Drivers to maintain smooth daily operations.

• Ensure that all Forklift maintenance tasks and logs are completed.

• Supervise the consolidation of part pallets as directed by the Marketing Manager or Marketing Team.

• Ensure that all damage to property or materials is reported to Senior Packing Supervisor as soon as practical and that property damage reports are completed within 24 hours of the event.

• Report repairs and maintenance requirements promptly and assist in developing appropriate responses.

• Other duties as agreed in consultation with management.

Mildura Fruits Company

Packed citrus is as safe as the citrus packed by any commercial operation, anywhere in the world. All MFC growers must manage their orchards in strict compliance with a detailed Citrus Orchard Protocol. This protocol details “world’s best citrus growing practice” and lists the chemical type / rate / timing that is to be applied. The Citrus Orchard Protocol is MFC’s approved supplier program and is a key component of our HACCP based quality management system, SQF 2000. Our growers’ adherence to approved supplier program requirements is audited independently by SGS. In addition to responsible, disciplined use of chemicals for citrus production, MFC suppliers have the advantage of growing citrus in a low rainfall situation; (less than 12 inches or 300 mm per year). As a result, many of our growers produce citrus without the need for high levels of insecticides or fungicides, other than commonly used copper sprays. Most of Mildura Fruit Company’s growers apply integrated pest management to manage insect pest populations and only apply insecticides selectively, when pest populations exceed threshold levels. The arid citrus growing conditions around Mildura, and MFC’s growers’ commitment to manage their orchards in compliance with the MFC Citrus Orchard Protocol, delivers the highest possible food safety assurance to the ultimate consumer of MFC packed citruses