Accountant (Agriculture)

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POSITION INFO:

An established investment holding company with a strong focus on agricultural-related businesses is seeking a skilled Accountant to join its growing team. The group holds equity stakes in a diverse portfolio of agricultural operations, including intensive farming ventures such as dairy farming, feedlots, and abattoirs.

The organisation operates within a robust corporate environment, upholding high standards of governance, transparent reporting, and operational support across its subsidiaries. The Accountant will play a key role in supporting financial management, reporting, and compliance across the investment portfolio, contributing to the long-term growth and value of the group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with monthly and annual financial reporting.

• Support operational and management reporting.

• Calculate, track, and monitor capital expenditure (Capex) projects.

• Manage overdrafts, loans, and external debt facilities.

• Oversee intercompany and shareholder loan accounts.

• Compile Annual Financial Statements.

• Coordinate tax planning activities and review VAT submissions.

• Perform statutory and company secretarial annual duties.

• Maintain and update group structures and organograms.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years’ relevant accounting experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Articles or experience within a small audit or accounting practice will be advantageous.

• SAIPA or SAICA registration is not required.

• Strong MS Excel and MS Office proficiency.

Personal Attributes:

• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy.

• Adaptable and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong work ethic with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

• Ability to work independently while being a committed team player.

• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Resilient and able to perform under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Kirsten Smith at

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.