Forney Enterprises Pty Ltd
Location:
Luganville, Santo
Due Date:
17-10-2025
Type:
Full-Time | Immediate Start | 3-Month Probation Period
Organisation Description:
Forney Enterprises
Forney Enterprise kava exporters is a family owned and operated business, established in 2005 and located on the island of Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. We are the largest kava processing factory and exporter of kava powders in the world.
Our Vision is:
To lead universal appreciation for the highest quality noble Kava products through innovation and technological advancement whilst preserving the rich cultural Vanuatu communities and the traditions they uphold.
Our company values are:
Positivity – Quality – Sustainability - Honesty
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our dynamic and fast-growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting our finance function within a rapidly evolving production environment.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for preparing financial reports, maintaining accurate cost, inventory, and fixed asset records, and supporting the budgeting process. Your practical, hands-on approach will ensure the smooth running of day-to-day accounting operations, working closely with our production and procurement teams.
As a valued member of our team, you will help drive operational excellence and contribute to our ongoing growth and success. If you are passionate about operational finance and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment, we encourage you to apply and join us on our journey.
Job Desctiption:
The purpose of this role is to support the finance function by preparing and processing general ledger journals, accruals, and prepayments, and regularly reconciling accounts payable, receivable, and bank accounts. You will assist with monthly management reports, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow projections, as well as maintain accurate product costing records and support payroll processing. The role includes reconciling inventory across multiple sites, maintaining the Fixed Asset Register, preparing VAT returns, and assisting with tax compliance. You will also provide financial data for decision-making, support regulatory and audit requirements, and help improve internal processes and controls. Collaboration with HR, operations, and supply chain teams is essential to ensure finance is aligned with production activities and to support analysis for capex and operational projects.
Selection Criteria:
3–5+ years of accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing, FMCG, or production environment (preferred but not essential)
Prior exposure to cost accounting, inventory control, and margin analysis
Experience supporting or leading ERP implementations (e.g., NetSuite, Pronto, SAP B1)
Demonstrated involvement in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as production, procurement, and HR
Capex analysis and operational project support experience preferred
Proven ability to prepare accurate and timely management accounts
Strong data analysis and reporting skills; Power BI experience desirable
Degree or equivalent in accounting, business accounting, or finance
Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
CPA or CA qualified (or currently in progress)
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data modelling
Strong understanding of standard costing and inventory valuation methods
Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory modules
Salary:
To be negotiated
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recruitment@forneyenterprisekava.com
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How to apply - more information:
Please email recruitment@forneyenterprisekava.com for a position description of the role.
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