Financial Accountant - VKB Agri Processors, Head Office Reitz

Financial Accountant

VKB Agri Processors | Reitz, Free State

About VKB Agri Processors

VKB Agri Processors forms part of the VKB Group, one of South Africa's leading agricultural businesses. Our operations span the food and agricultural value chain, including processing, logistics, manufacturing, and market distribution.

Rooted in agriculture and driven by innovation, we offer talented professionals the opportunity to build meaningful careers while contributing to an industry that impacts communities across the country.

Build a Career that Feeds the Future

At VKB Agri Processors, finance is more than numbers. It's about supporting a business that plays a vital role in South Africa's agricultural value chain, from farm to consumer.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and commercially minded Financial Accountant to join our finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple entities, drive financial excellence, contribute to strategic decision-making, and play a key role in a dynamic and growing agribusiness environment.

If you enjoy combining technical accounting expertise with business insight and continuous improvement, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, driving compliance, supporting financial planning, and contributing to business performance.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Compile annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful insights to management.
• Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are accurate and completed on time.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting process.
• Assist with forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Analyse variances and identify opportunities for improvement.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT, provisional tax, and income tax returns.
• Manage SARS queries and compliance requirements.
• Ensure adherence to relevant tax and financial legislation.

Audit & Risk Management

• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Respond to audit requests professionally and timeously.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS, and internal controls.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Support and optimise financial processes and systems.
• Identify efficiency improvements and strengthen existing controls.
• Contribute to finance and business improvement projects.

Team Collaboration

• Support and guide junior finance team members.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• Completed articles, SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, or similar professional affiliation will be advantageous.

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in a financial accounting environment.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and audits.
• Experience working on ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

Technical Knowledge

• IFRS
• South African tax legislation
• Management accounting and reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Treasury and cash flow management
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• ERP systems

Key Attributes

We're looking for someone who is:

• Analytical and solutions-focused
• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Able to manage competing deadlines
• Commercially aware and business-minded
• Committed to accuracy and integrity
• A collaborative team player

Why Join VKB?

• Become part of one of South Africa's leading agribusiness groups.
• Work in a role that offers broad exposure across multiple entities.
• Gain valuable experience in reporting, taxation, audit, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Contribute to a business that supports farmers, producers, and consumers across South Africa.
• Enjoy the balance of a professional corporate environment with the lifestyle benefits of the countryside.

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you're passionate about finance, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact within a leading agricultural business, we invite you to apply.

Apply today and help shape the future of agriculture through financial excellence.

Other Information

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