Financial Manager - VKB Financial Services, Head Office Reitz

VKB Agriculture; Reitz; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

VKB Group seeks a seasoned Financial Manager for VKB Financial Services in South Africa. The role leads financial strategy, governance, and sustainable growth, partnering with senior leadership.

Open to strategic thinkers with strong financial controls, regulatory knowledge, and team leadership experience. This role influences company-wide decisions and drives profitability within the agricultural finance sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional designation through SAICA, SAIPA, or an equivalent body.
• Experience in financial management, governance, and reporting standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and/or BC is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the financial strategy of VKB Financial Services.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management and the Board.
• Monitor profitability and identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with FSCA, FIC, trust account regulations, and related legislation.
• Manage internal and external audit processes.
• Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls.
• Lead and develop accounting, finance, and administration teams.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Support business growth initiatives through financial analysis and due diligence.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial controls

Regulatory compliance

Dynamics NAV/BC

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Audit management

Leadership & coaching

Project & deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

SAICA/SAIPA professional designation

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics NAV / BC

Job description

Introduction to the VKB Group

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.

More About VKB Financial Services

VKB Financial Services, a division of VKB Landbou (Pty) Ltd, is an authorised credit provider (NCRCP7984) committed to responsible lending and sustainable financial solutions within the agricultural sector.

Our purpose is to provide farmers with accessible and tailored financing solutions that support profitable and sustainable agricultural production. Through a deep understanding of agriculture and financial services, we help commercial and developing farmers access the capital required to grow their businesses and contribute to South Africa's food value chain.

Our product offering includes:

• Production loans
• Monthly account facilities
• Asset financing for implements and whole goods
• Contract growth financing

As a trusted financial partner to the agricultural industry, we are committed to creating long-term value through sound financial management, strong governance, and customer-focused solutions.

Why This Role Matters

As Financial Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping the financial performance, governance, and long-term sustainability of VKB Financial Services.

This is more than a finance position. It is an opportunity to influence strategic decisions, provide meaningful financial insights, and partner with senior leadership to unlock growth opportunities across the business.

Your expertise will help ensure financial excellence while supporting a business that plays a meaningful role in the success of South African agriculture.

Why Join VKB?

At VKB, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals are empowered to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact.

When you join VKB Financial Services, you will:

• Become part of one of South Africa’s leading agricultural businesses.
• Contribute to a purpose-driven organisation that supports farmers and food security.
• Work alongside experienced leaders and industry professionals.
• Play a key role in strategic financial decision-making.
• Be supported through continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Join a culture built on Humility, Hunger, Smart Thinking, Bold Action, and Teamwork.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means:

• Delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting to leadership and the Board.
• Driving sound financial strategy and sustainable business growth.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and governance requirements.
• Leading high-performing finance and administration teams.
• Maintaining strong financial controls and risk management practices.
• Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, efficiencies, and operational performance.
• Building trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking and people leadership skills.

The ideal candidate is:

Humble

Open to learning, receptive to feedback, and committed to developing both themselves and others.

Hungry

Motivated by excellence and driven to achieve results that contribute to business success.

Smart

Able to analyse complex information, make sound decisions, and communicate financial insights effectively.

Bold

Courageous enough to challenge conventional thinking and champion meaningful improvements.

A Team Player

Committed to collaboration and building strong relationships that support collective success.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional designation through SAICA, SAIPA, or an equivalent professional body.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Financial Management role.
• Experience within agricultural finance, financial services, or a related commercial environment will be advantageous.
• Proven experience working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and/or Microsoft Business Central (BC).
• Strong understanding of financial management, governance, compliance, and reporting standards.
• Experience presenting financial information to senior leadership and Boards.

Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Financial and commercial acumen
• Leadership and people development
• Relationship management
• Decision making
• Problem solving
• Planning and organising
• Change leadership
• Attention to detail
• Accountability and integrity

Skills Required

• Advanced financial analysis and reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Financial controls and risk management
• Regulatory compliance management
• Microsoft Business Central (BC) proficiency
• Effective stakeholder engagement
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Afrikaans and English
• Audit management
• Team leadership and coaching
• Project and deadline management

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the financial strategy of VKB Financial Services.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management and the Board of Directors.
• Monitor organisational profitability and identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with FSCA, FIC, trust account regulations, and other applicable legislation.
• Manage internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.
• Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls.
• Lead and develop accounting, finance, and administration teams.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Manage reporting deadlines and regulatory submissions.
• Support business growth initiatives through financial analysis, due diligence, and strategic decision-making.

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw any vacancy at its discretion. All personal information submitted through the Career Portal will be used solely for recruitment purposes and, where applicable, for matters related to employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, VKB Group is committed to Employment Equity, transformation, and the inclusion of People with Disabilities. Our recruitment decisions are aligned with the VKB Group Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy.

A Note on Honesty and Integrity

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a screening questionnaire. We strongly encourage all candidates to answer every question honestly and accurately.

At VKB Group, our culture is rooted in the values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team. We believe in building authentic relationships and making sound decisions based on trust and integrity.

Misrepresenting qualifications, experience, competencies, criminal history, or any other information may result in your application being withdrawn or your employment being terminated should discrepancies be identified during verification processes.