The 45 South Group of companies are the largest cherry growers, packers, and
marketers in New Zealand. We are based in Cromwell, Central Otago and
produce over 2000 tonnes of cherries each year for both the domestic and
export markets.
We employ 40 permanent staff, which increases to 600+ during the harvest,
made up of Kiwis, RSE workers, and backpackers. As well as managing our own
cherry orchards (100 ha) we also manage, harvest and pack cherries for
orchard clients located in the Central Otago, Southern Lakes region.
Key Duties:
- Accurately manage, prepare, and complete the weekly payroll.
- Manage Debtors and Creditors, including the on charging of costs to clients.
- Manage our bespoke digital time sheeting system, including being the key
point of contact for employees.
- Assist with all administration functions, as required.
- Proactively identify and implement improvements to processes and
software.
Key Skills:
- Current employment legislation knowledge
- Familiarity with Xero Accounting System including HubDoc
- Adaptive, Flexible and Collaborative worker
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Experience with large scale payroll preferable, but not essential.
This position is full time – 40 hours per week. However, given the nature of our
industry additional hours (including weekend work) are likely to be required
over the harvest period (December – February). Correspondingly over quieter
periods significant flexibility is available.
If this sounds like you, please email your cover letter and CV to
Application close Friday 15th September 2023
