Temporary Financial Assistant - VKB Fuels, Head Office Reitz

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its 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 operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

This "house of brands", established with the support of our farmer shareholders, forms the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

VKB Fuels is a trusted fuel and energy solutions provider within the VKB Group, supplying quality fuel products and related services to agricultural producers, businesses, transport operators, and communities across its operational footprint. The business plays a vital role in keeping farms, vehicles, equipment, and commercial operations running efficiently by ensuring a reliable supply of fuel where and when it is needed.

As part of the VKB Group, VKB Fuels combines operational excellence with a customer-focused approach, supporting both the agricultural sector and broader economic activity. The business is committed to delivering dependable service, maintaining strong supplier and customer relationships, and contributing to the sustainability of the industries and communities it serves.

Working at VKB Fuels provides the opportunity to be part of a business that directly supports the movement of goods, the productivity of farms, and the success of local enterprises. Employees are exposed to a fast-paced environment where teamwork, accountability, innovation, and service excellence are key drivers of success.

The Temporary Financial Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of financial information across the business. By maintaining financial records, supporting reporting processes, and assisting with financial controls, this role helps provide the information needed for sound business decisions.

This fixed-term opportunity offers hands-on exposure to financial operations within a leading agricultural business and is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working with detail, systems, and deadlines while contributing to a larger business purpose.

At VKB, every role contributes to something bigger than a single department or function. Our people help support farmers, strengthen food production systems, and build sustainable businesses that serve communities across South Africa.

Joining VKB means becoming part of a values-driven organisation where accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement matter. You will work alongside knowledgeable professionals, gain exposure to established financial processes and systems, and contribute to a business that continues to evolve and grow while remaining grounded in its agricultural heritage.

• Supports accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Maintains reliable financial records and audit-ready documentation.
• Delivers accurate reconciliations with minimal discrepancies.
• Processes invoices efficiently and within required timelines.
• Ensures compliance with financial controls, policies, and standards.
• Contributes to smooth month-end and reporting processes.
• Supports effective use of financial systems and reporting tools.
• Builds trust through accuracy, confidentiality, and accountability.

We are looking for a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working with numbers, systems, and structured processes. The ideal candidate takes pride in producing accurate work, manages priorities effectively, and maintains a high standard of professionalism when handling confidential information.

You are someone who works well independently while contributing positively within a team environment. You approach challenges with a practical mindset, remain focused under pressure, and continuously look for ways to improve the quality and efficiency of your work. You demonstrate integrity, accountability, and a willingness to support colleagues and the broader business when needed.