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Assistant Accountant - VKB Milling, Lydenburg

VKB Group

Free State Associate Posted 29 Sep 2026 Closes in 7 days

Overview

To control and coordinate the administrative and financial functions of the business unit, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective stock control, compliance with company procedures, and efficient administration support.

Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 3 to 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within a milling or manufacturing environment
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Stock control and reconciliation experience
  • Strong numeracy and literacy skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Good planning and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated and proactive
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Trustworthy, reliable, and professional
  • Computer literacy, including ERP systems and Microsoft Office
  • Clear criminal record
  • Verifiable references in a similar role
  • Willingness to work overtime and after hours when operationally required

Responsibilities

  • Capture and verify daily production and packing information
  • Maintain production records and submit completed dashboards and reports
  • Verify all invoices and supporting documentation
  • Process cash sales invoices and receipts
  • Control and reconcile petty cash
  • Prepare petty cash reimbursement requests
  • Assist with creditor payments and submit supporting documentation to Head Office
  • Perform weekly banking of cash received
  • Perform monthly stock take balancing and stock closing activities
  • Account for raw material usage and submit reports to Head Office
  • Reconcile Afgri receipts and transport contractor loads
  • Complete Goods Received Notes (GRNs) and consolidate supporting documentation
  • Create purchase requisitions and purchase orders on NAV
  • Place orders with Head Office and approved suppliers
  • Receive customer orders and process them on NAV
  • Communicate with relevant departments regarding order releases
  • File credit notes and provide copies to customers when required
  • Reconcile CHEP pallet accounts
  • Support management with administrative reporting and operational requirements
  • Perform any other reasonable duties related to the position

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