Artisan Assistant Job Opportunity at VKB Milling

  • Full Time
  • Mokopane, Limpopo

VKB Group

Artisan Assistant – VKB Milling, Mokopane

Company: VKB Group

Location: Mokopane, Limpopo

Job Type: Permanent, Entry Level

Posted: 28 January 2026

Closing Date: 04 February 2026 (Open until filled)

About VKB Group

The VKB Group is a leading agricultural company that supports farmers and produces straight‑from‑the‑farm foods for consumers. With a portfolio of regional brands – VKB, GWK, and NTK – the group covers the entire food supply chain, from farming to processing, logistics, and national and global markets.

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, operates white maize mills in Mokopane and Louis Trichardt (Limpopo), Mashishing (Mpumalanga), a wheat mill in Frankfort (Free State), a maize mill in Christiana, and a wheat mill in Modderrivier (Northern Cape).

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail‑driven Assistant Accountant to join our milling division. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, proactive, and ready to use numbers to drive positive change in South African agriculture.

Why This Role?

  • Career Growth: Join a growing group with many opportunities for advancement.
  • Impact: Your reports and analyses will directly support farmers, communities, and food security.
  • Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a safe, affordable, and family‑friendly environment in Mokopane.
  • Stability: Work for a farmer‑owned, values‑driven business with a long‑term vision.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Balance and review creditor reconciliations.
  • Analyse expenses and compare them to the budget.
  • Assist with reporting, audits, and financial queries.
  • Manage petty cash and keep creditors on track.
  • Support the budget preparation process.
  • Provide valuable insights through analysis, problem‑solving, and smart decision‑making.

What We’re Looking For

  • BCom degree in Accountancy or a related field.
  • Completed articles (SAIPA/SAICA) – a major bonus.
  • Experience in a fast‑moving operational or processing environment.
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, etc.).
  • Experience with Microsoft Navision/Business Central is a plus.

Your Superpowers

  • Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
  • Can work independently while being a great team player.
  • Thrives under pressure.
  • Driven to add value and improve processes.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and planning skills.

Other Information

The company reserves the right to close the vacancy at any time. Personal data collected through this job posting will be used solely for recruitment purposes. VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer and actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.

When applying through our Career Portal:

  • Use Google Chrome.
  • Upload a clear PDF or Word copy of your CV (no handwriting).
  • Do not include additional documents in the CV file.
  • Upload supporting documents in the designated sections of the application form.
  • Upload a profile picture with a minimum size of 300 × 300 px.

How to Apply

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