Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant
Company: VKB Group – QPro Feeds
Location: Bethlehem, Free State
Employment Type: Full-time | Department: Other
Closing Date: 29 May 2025
Posted Date: 22 May 2025
Company Overview:
VKB Group is a leading South African agricultural enterprise rooted in farming and dedicated to providing fresh, farm-sourced products to consumers. Operating across the entire food supply chain—from inputs and logistics to global market access—the VKB Group is represented through key regional brands: VKB, GWK, and NTK.
Driven by our purpose to “Touch Lives – for the Better,” we empower our employees, clients, communities, and the broader agricultural industry. With a foundation in sustainability, legacy, and progress, we are building the agribusiness of the future.
QPro Feeds, a division of VKB Group, specializes in the production of high-quality animal feed from facilities in Bethlehem and Vrede, serving both internal and external clients in the monogastric and ruminant sectors.
Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable Assistant will play a key role in the finance team, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier payments and invoice reconciliations in line with VKB’s financial procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
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Grade 12 / Matric
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
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Proficient in financial management systems (e.g., Navision, Business Central, Sage)
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Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage reception: handle incoming calls, greet visitors, and manage courier collections/deliveries
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Open purchase orders in NAV using authorized documents
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Capture and process supplier invoices daily, ensuring all are compliant with tax and financial requirements
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Match invoices with purchase orders and quotes
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Liaise with suppliers to obtain missing invoices or statements and resolve outstanding queries
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Process credit memos and maintain clear communication with suppliers
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Maintain control of open purchase orders, prepayments, and goods received but not invoiced
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Assist with general office admin and procurement of supplies
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Support ad-hoc finance tasks and department needs
Skills & Competencies:
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Professional appearance and demeanor
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Strong organizational and time management skills
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Financial and analytical acumen
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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Accuracy and attention to detail
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Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
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Ability to work independently under pressure
Values We Live By:
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Humble – We acknowledge our blessings
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Hungry – We aim for excellence
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Bold – We do what is right, even when it’s hard
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Smart – We think before we act
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Team Players – We succeed together
Application Deadline: 29 May 2025
Apply now to be part of a purpose-driven team that’s shaping the future of South African agriculture.
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