Junior Credit Manager - GWK Financing, Kimberley / Modderrivier

VKB Group; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agribusiness firm seeks a Junior Credit Manager to evaluate credit applications and support financing functions. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has at least three years of experience in credit evaluation. Fluency in Afrikaans and English, alongside strong administrative and interpersonal skills, is essential for this role. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial wellness of agricultural co-operatives in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in credit evaluation/financing administration.
• Credit or financing-related experience in a commercial bank and/or agricultural cooperative.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prepare, and screen credit applications.
• Administer the financing function within specified limits.
• Assist with the collection of overdue accounts.

Skills

Advanced MS Office proficiency

Strong administrative ability

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Conflict management skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Team player with a collaborative approach

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job title : Junior Credit Manager - GWK Financing, Kimberley / Modderrivier

Job Location : Northern Cape, Kimberley

Deadline : November 16, 2025

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prepare, and screen credit applications
• Administer the financing function within the limits specified by company policy
• Assist with the collection of overdue accounts
• Assist with payments of suppliers, member funds as well as shareholder loans by GWK producers
• Assess financial statements, cash flow forecasts, farming budgets, and securities
• Issuing of check requests enquiries, orders, and expense authorizations
• Prepare debtor and ledger journals
• Month-end procedures to prepare monthly closing on Debtors
• Handling of account queries and other enquiries from clients
• Responsible for general office administration
• Liaise and communicate with internal and external clients and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Appropriate bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in credit evaluation / financing administration
• Credit- or financing-related experience in a commercial bank and / or agricultural co-operative
• Willing to periodically travel to customers and agribusiness functions
• Experience in customer interactions and negotiations
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English
• FAIS compliant, RE5 completed or to be completed

Skills Required

• Advanced MS Office proficiency
• Strong administrative ability
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player with a collaborative approach