Fresh Jobs at BKB Ltd

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF JOB PURPOSE:

• Lead and oversee the financial function of the organisation, ensuring robust financial systems, policies, and processes are in place that comply with applicable legislation and align with international best practice standards.
• The role is responsible for enabling the organisation to achieve its strategic financial objectives through sound financial governance, while partnering with the Chief Executive Officer to co-develop, execute, and monitor organisational strategy.

Required Minimum Education/ Training/ Work Experience:

• CA (SA) non-negotiable
• At least 2-3 years post-article experience
• Syspro knowledge will be beneficial
• Willing to travel

Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptability
• Continuous learning
• Responsible & trustworthy
• Proactive
• Excellent computer literacy
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational & planning skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong people skills
• Strong team & people management skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage financial and administrative team (Leadership / management of staff)
• Overall responsibility for the operations and integrity of the accounting functions of Pakhouse Consumer Goods
• Management accounts
• Financial year-end reporting & Budgeting/Forecasts
• Operational input
• Co-ordination with external auditors
• Continuous personal development

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to be the best that you can be? If yes, then we want to hear from you!

Closing Date 08 September 2026

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Job Description

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall operational management, strategic growth, and profitability of the Livestock business within the Eastern and Western Cape regions.
• Key responsibilities include financial management, employee management, business development, stakeholder engagement, compliance, and administrative oversight. The position will be based in Humansdorp and will require regular travel throughout the region.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Agricultural Economics Degree/BCom)
• At least 5 years’ management experience within the Livestock or Agricultural Industry
• Thorough management skills, financial skills and business understanding
• Proven administrative skills (debtors/creditors)
• Exposure to strategic management
• Proven marketing exposure
• Bilingual (English / Afrikaans)
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively within the Eastern and Western Cape Regions

SKILLS

• Strong leadership capability, including the ability to drive accountability, take initiative, and build sustainable stakeholder relationships
• Structured approach to operational challenges
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Strong administrative and reporting skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively

COMPETENCIES

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Impact and influence
• Initiating action

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure constant growth within the area through increased market share, turnover growth and profitability
• Identify and manage strategic objectives for the business unit
• Effective management of employees through attracting, developing and retaining talent
• Responsible for budgeting, financial planning, performance monitoring, and financial reporting for the business unit.
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, including buyers, sellers and relevant industry associations and societies
• Provide efficient and effective debtors’ control
• Promote and protect the BKB brand while ensuring consistent representation within the market
• Ensure that all regulatory requirements are met (CPA, Animal Protection Act, Animal Diseases Act)
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and applicable legislation

Closing Date 09 September 2026