Accountant - VKB Milling, Head Office Reitz

VKB Group

  • Reitz, Free State
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Introduction to the VKB GroupThe VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.This house of brands weve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.More aboutVKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is one of four subsidiaries of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, the agri-processing division of the VKB Group. The VKB Group is a significant role player in the agricultural industry in South Africa and strives, through best practices, continuous improvement and world-class operations, to add meaningful value to the industry.VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd operates white maize mills in Mokopane and Louis Trichardt in Limpopo, and Mashishing in Mpumalanga, a wheat mill in Frankfort in the Free State as well as a maize mill in Christiana and a Wheat Mill in Modderrivier in the Northern Cape.About the roleYour expertise. Our purpose. A career with impact.Are you a qualified accountant whos ready for more than just spreadsheets?At VKB Group, we dont just work with numberswe use them to shape the future of South African agriculture. Were farmer-owned, proudly South African, and deeply committed to feeding the nation. Now, were looking for a skilled Accountant to join our Milling Division in Reitz.Why This Role?
  • Career Growth: Be part of a strong and growing group with opportunities across finance, agri-processing, logistics, and beyond.
  • Make an Impact: Every report, every analysis, every recommendation you make will have a direct link to communities, farmers, and food security.
  • Lifestyle Advantage: Escape city gridlock for a safe, affordable, and family-friendly community in the heart of the Free State. Reitz offers open skies, space to breathe, and a true work-life balance.
  • Support & Stability: Youll join a values-driven, farmer-owned business with deep roots and long-term vision.
What Youll Be Doing
  • Drive financial reporting and monthly management accounts
  • Manage cash flow and budgets to keep operations efficient
  • Review creditor reconciliations and update pricing accurately
  • Prepare and review journals and purchase orders
  • Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis
  • Liase with internal business departments to enable accurate reporting and decision making
  • Oversee VAT submissions, audit prep, and annual financial statements
  • Liaise with auditors, suppliers, and internal teams for accurate, timely information
  • Ensure compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement in all financial processes
What Were Looking For
  • BCom in Accountancy + Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles
  • Strong experience in finance (manufacturing/fast-moving environment is a plus)
  • Advanced Excel and top-notch computer skills
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and solution-driven
  • Independent, but thrives in a team
  • Fluent in Afrikaans and English
Our CultureWe live by five values: Humble. Hungry. Bold. Smart. Team players. If these describe you, youll fit right in.Other Information
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  • VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Groups approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Groups Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
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