FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

CJ PATEL GROUP | PACIFIC ISLAND OPERATIONS

Take your accounting career beyond borders and be part of a dynamic regional business!

ABOUT CJ PATEL GROUP

With over 90 years of business heritage, CJ Patel Group is one of the Pacific’s established and diversified business groups, operating across a wide range of industries with a shared commitment to delivering world-class products and services.

Headquartered in Suva, Fiji, the Group comprises more than 13 companies operating under various ownership structures, including wholly owned subsidiaries and joint ventures. Its operations span manufacturing, FMCG sales and distribution, logistics, travel, engineering and services, with an established presence across Fiji and other Pacific markets, including Tonga, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, Vanuatu, Kiribati and New Zealand.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a commercially astute and results-driven Financial Accountant to join our growing Pacific Island operations, supporting our FMCG Sales and Distribution businesses across multiple regional markets.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accounting professional looking to broaden their regional exposure, work across diverse business environments and contribute to the financial performance and growth of an established Pacific business group.

Opportunities are available across our regional operations, including Tonga, Samoa, Papua New Guinea and other Pacific Island markets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and oversee day-to-day financial accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, budgets and financial reports.
• Monitor business performance against budgets, identify variances and provide meaningful financial analysis to management.
• Oversee general ledger reconciliations, balance sheet schedules, bank reconciliations and month-end closing processes.
• Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory accounting and working capital.
• Ensure accurate accounting for sales, cost of sales, stock movements, margins and operating expenses.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, taxation requirements and statutory reporting obligations.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and ensure adherence to Group financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, tax authorities and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational efficiency and business decision-making.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent) will be an advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant financial accounting experience, preferably within FMCG, retail, wholesale or sales and distribution environments.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, management accounting, budgeting and financial controls.
• Experience in inventory accounting, cost analysis, gross margin monitoring and working capital management.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with operational and management teams.
• Adaptability and willingness to work in a multicultural, regional business environment.

WHY JOIN CJ PATEL GROUP?

• Be part of a well-established and diversified regional business group.
• Gain exposure to multiple businesses and Pacific Island markets.
• Work alongside experienced professionals across different industries and business environments.
• Take on opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Contribute to the financial performance and growth of businesses operating across the Pacific.

APPLY NOW

If you are a motivated accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career and embrace a regional opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

Submit your application, including your detailed CV and relevant qualifications, to:

careers@cjpatel.com.fj 

Subject: Application – Financial Accountant (Pacific Operations)

More information about the Group: https://www.cjpatel.com.fj 

Closing Date: 20th November 2026