Job Description

Grow your career with the VKB Group
At the VKB Group, agriculture is at the heart of everything we do. Rooted in farming and supported by our farmer shareholders, we've grown into a trusted agricultural and food business, supplying quality "straight-from-the-farm" products to communities across South Africa and beyond. With our regional brands - VKB, GWK, and NTK - we're building a sustainable agribusiness for the future, founded on trust, accountability, and continuous innovation.
We are looking for a dynamic and ethical Internal Audit Manager to lead our internal audit function in the Free State. This role plays a vital part in safeguarding VKB's values by ensuring sound governance, strong internal controls, and a culture of integrity across our operations.
What you'll do
As Internal Audit Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage the internal audit function in the Free State, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of audits in line with professional and ethical standards.
• Design and implement risk-based internal audit plans that add real value to the business.
• Oversee forensic investigations, project scoping, and risk assessments with diligence and objectivity.
• Provide meaningful insights to senior management, supporting a culture of integrity, compliance, and accountability across the VKB Group.
• Mentor, guide, and develop audit team members to ensure a high-performance culture aligned with VKB values.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying control weaknesses, recommending solutions, and enhancing efficiency.
• Build lasting relationships with internal stakeholders, regulators, and external partners to ensure trust and compliance.
• Report audit progress and matters quarterly to management for inclusion in Board meetings

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or related field (CIA, CFE, or CA(SA) advantageous).
• Completed articles.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in auditing and/or forensic investigations.
• Strong knowledge of audit standards, risk management, and forensic methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analytics and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Other requirements

• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.
• A solutions-driven mindset with a strong commitment to service excellence, accountability, and ethical conduct.

Why VKB?
At VKB, you'll be part of a company where values aren't just words - they guide our decisions and define how we work with colleagues, farmers, and communities. We invest in people, encourage growth, and create opportunities for you to make a meaningful impact in a business shaping the future of agriculture in South Africa.
Join us and grow with VKB - where integrity, service, and accountability are rooted in everything we do.
Other Information

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