Financial Accountant - VKB Fuels, Head Office Reitz at VKB Group

Job Description

• The ideal team player will be responsible for checking, processing, and correction of transactions on the accounting system of VKB Fuel’s central financial function. This includes regular reporting on financial results.

Requirements

• Relevant BCom degree with Accountancy.
• Completed Articles (SAICA or SAIPA).
• Relevant experience in a fast-paced environment, working both independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Caseware and Business Central is advantageous.
• Fluent in both Afrikaans and English (written and spoken).
• Office based role located in Reitz.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Assist with month end procedures and variance reports.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Maintain and correct allocations in the general ledger.
• Monitor asset register, including asset acquisition procedures.
• Review and approve EFTs.
• Prepare journals
• Ensure accurate accounting in compliance with IFRS and SARS regulations
• Assist in the calculation and submission of tax obligations via SARS eFiling.
• Assist departments with the budgeting process on Solver and provide analytical support.
• Support department heads with reporting and decision-making insights.
• Contribute to the year-end process, including audit file preparation and liaison with external auditors.
• Participate in finance-related projects, system upgrades, and provide user feedback.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance system efficiency.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining internal financial policies and controls.

Skills Required

• Strong analytical thinking, numeracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent planning, prioritisation, and time management abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing within a team structure.
• High level of accountability, integrity, and compliance awareness.
• Resilient under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a drive to add value.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new systems and technologies.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.