Financial Controller - VKB Finance, Head Office Reitz

In brief

**Overview** The VKB Group is a modern, dynamic, and leading agricultural enterprise with a century-long focus on progressively managing solutions for agricultural producers and related stakeholders. Its head office is in Reitz, approximately 200km south of Johannesburg. This role is for a Financial Controller within VKB Finance, with two positions available, operating at the intersection of Finance, Technology, and Business Operations. The primary purpose is to ensure that the VKB Group's financial systems, controls, and ERP environments support accurate reporting, operational efficiency, and sound decision-making. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Financial Managers, Operational Managers, and project teams to improve processes, implement system enhancements, strengthen controls, and ensure consistency across the Group. This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys solving complex business challenges, improving systems, analysing processes, and shaping the future of financial operations within one of South Africa's leading agricultural businesses. **What you will do** * Prepare and maintain information required for ERP system implementations and migrations across the VKB Group. * Standardise financial processes, system structures, and reporting requirements across business entities. * Design, test, implement, and support approved system enhancements and business requests. * Evaluate and continuously improve financial control environments. * Monitor ERP system integrity and identify opportunities to strengthen controls. * Maintain accurate system master data and approved configurations. * Investigate process weaknesses and implement corrective action plans. * Ensure financial information is accurately reflected within ERP environments. * Assist with ERP implementations, upgrades, and strategic projects across the Group. * Monitor revenue, production, and expense functionality to ensure appropriate system setup. * Develop and maintain policies and procedures governing ERP system use. * Facilitate user training programmes and knowledge transfer initiatives. * Collaborate with Financial Managers and Operational Managers to improve processes and reporting. * Produce structured reports on project progress, control improvements, and system performance. * Stay informed of industry-leading practices, technology developments, and ERP innovations. * Deliver exceptional service and support to internal stakeholders across the VKB Group. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * Grade 12 (Matric). * Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Information Systems, or a related field. * AGA(SA) or CA(SA) designation will be advantageous. * Relevant ERP, business systems, or financial control certifications will be beneficial. * **Essential Experience:** * Experience within a finance, accounting, financial control, audit, or business systems environment. * Experience working with ERP systems. * Experience in business process optimisation and internal controls. * Experience analysing financial and operational information. * Experience participating in or supporting system implementations and enhancements. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel. * Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics will be advantageous. * Knowledge of dimensions, reporting structures, and Business Intelligence reporting will be highly beneficial. * **Competencies:** * Analytical thinking * Commercial awareness * Problem-solving * Decision-making * Process improvement * Planning and organising * Attention to detail * Accountability and ownership * Adaptability * Stakeholder management * Professional judgement * Continuous learning mindset * Customer service orientation * Strategic thinking * **Skills Required:** * ERP systems knowledge * Financial analysis and reporting * Internal controls and governance * Microsoft Dynamics knowledge (advantageous) * Advanced Microsoft Excel * Business process mapping and documentation * Project implementation support * Data analysis and interpretation * Business Intelligence reporting * Policy development and implementation * Written and verbal communication skills * Fluent Afrikaans and English communication * Presentation and training facilitation skills * Time management and prioritisation * Relationship-building skills **Who should apply** The VKB Group is seeking individuals who are naturally curious, analytical, and solution-oriented. The ideal candidate enjoys understanding how businesses operate, has a strong interest in finance, controls, systems, and technology, and can analyse problems to develop practical solutions. They should be highly organised and detail-oriented, communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders, and thrive in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment. The candidate must take ownership and accountability for outcomes, demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and resilience, and work well independently while also contributing to team success. A key attribute is the ability to balance technical detail with strategic thinking. **Deadline** 09 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/financial-controller-vkb-finance-head-office-reitz-vkb-group-1 Source: myjobmag

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