Closing Date: 24 September 2025
Location: Reitz, Free State
Company: VKB Group
About VKB Group
The 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.
VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is one of four subsidiaries of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, operating maize and wheat mills across South Africa. As a farmer-owned business, VKB is deeply committed to feeding the nation and growing the agricultural industry.
About the Role
VKB Milling is seeking a detail-driven Assistant Accountant to join the Milling Division in Reitz. This role is ideal for someone who is humble, hungry, smart, bold, and a strong team player.
You’ll be crunching numbers, analysing expenses, supporting audits, and helping shape the financial future of South African agriculture.
Why This Role?
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Career Growth: Opportunities to grow within a strong and expanding group.
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Impact: Your work contributes directly to farmers, communities, and food security.
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Lifestyle Advantage: Enjoy a family-friendly, safe, and affordable community in Reitz, Free State.
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Stability: Join a values-driven, farmer-owned business with long-term vision.
Key Responsibilities
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Balance and review creditor reconciliations
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Analyse expenses and compare to budget
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Assist with reporting, audits, and financial queries
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Manage petty cash and creditor processes
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Support the budget process
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Add value through analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making
Requirements
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Relevant BCom degree in Accountancy (or similar)
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Completed articles (SAIPA/SAICA – advantageous)
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Experience in operational or processing environments
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Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, etc.)
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Microsoft Navision/Business Central experience (advantage)
Skills & Attributes
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Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively
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Resilient under pressure
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Process improvement mindset
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Excellent communication, organisation, and planning skills
Other Information
The company reserves the right to close vacancies at any time.
VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. Its approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered in the recruitment process, aligned with its Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
Application Notes:
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Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal
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Upload a clear CV in PDF or Word (no handwriting)
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Submit your CV separately (not bundled with ID or other documents)
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Additional documents can be uploaded in the provided sections
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Profile picture minimum size: 300 x 300px