Admin & Bookkeeper

The Talent Room; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An accounting and bookkeeping firm in Centurion is looking for an experienced Admin & Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions, accounts payable, and receivable. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and proficiency in accounting software like Pastel or SAGE. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for ensuring accurate tax compliance and financial reporting. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role (administration & bookkeeping).
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans is an advantage).
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Recording financial transactions and managing accounts payable/receivable.
• Performing bank reconciliations and journal entries.
• Preparing tax compliance support and financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Numerical ability

Effective communication

Education

Matric certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Business Administration

Tools

Pastel

SAGE

Microsoft Office

Job description

Admin & Bookkeeper - Centurion The Talent Room • Centurion, South Africa

Responsibilities

• Recording Financial Transactions
  • Sales (invoices, receipts)
  • Purchases (bills, purchase orders)
  • Bank transactions (deposits, withdrawals, transfers)
  • Cash transactions (petty cash, till cash)
• Managing Accounts Payable
  • Entering supplier invoices
  • Tracking due dates and making payments
  • Reconciling supplier statements
• Managing Accounts Receivable
  • Creating and sending customer invoices
  • Recording customer payments
  • Following up on overdue accounts
• Bank Reconciliation
  • Matching internal records with bank statements
  • Identifying discrepancies or missing transactions
• Payroll Processing (if applicable)
  • Recording payroll expenses
  • Tracking employee deductions and benefits
  • Calculating PAYE, UIF, and other statutory contributions
• Journal Entries
  • Recording adjusting entries for accruals, depreciation, provisions
  • Reallocating expenses and correcting errors
• Maintaining the General Ledger
  • Organising all accounts (assets, liabilities, income, expenses)
  • Keeping the books balanced (debits = credits)
• Tax Compliance Support
  • Calculating and recording VAT
  • Preparing for income tax submissions
  • Keep supporting documents for audits
• Financial Reporting
  • Preparing trial balance
  • Assisting with the preparation of the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
• Inventory and Asset Tracking
  • Recording inventory purchases and usage
  • Maintaining fixed asset registers
• E-Commerce Bookkeeping Functions
  • Integrating online sales platforms with accounting software (e.g. Shopify, WooCommerce, Takealot)
  • Recording online sales and merchant fee deductions (e.g. PayFast, PayPal, Yoco)
  • Reconciling payment gateways with bank deposits
  • Managing refunds, chargebacks, and returns
  • Calculating shipping costs and expenses
  • Tracking stock movements across online and physical locations
  • Recording advertising and digital marketing expenses (e.g. Google Ads, Facebook Ads)
  • Monitoring sales tax/VAT compliance across jurisdictions (if applicable)
• Supply Chain Management Support
  • Coordinating purchase orders and supplier deliveries
  • Tracking the cost of goods sold (COGS) and landed costs
  • Monitoring lead times and delivery schedules
  • Assisting in vendor evaluation and contract management
  • Recording logistics, warehousing, and fulfilment expenses
  • Supporting demand forecasting through historical data analysis
  • Liaising between procurement, finance, and inventory management functions
• Administrative and Operational Oversight
  • Handling supplier registrations and vendor onboarding documentation
  • Preparing and submitting tenders, quotes, and compliance documents
  • Maintaining company records, licences, and statutory registrations
  • Scheduling and supporting internal operational meetings
  • Coordinating insurance, security, utilities, and premises-related tasks
  • Ensuring workflow integration across departments
  • Overseeing the day-to-day functioning of the business operations and supporting strategic initiatives

Requirments

• Matric certificate
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Business Administration (advantageous)
• Minimum of 2 yearsâ experience in a similar role (administration & bookkeeping)
• Proficient in accounting software such as Pastel, SAGE, or similar systems
• Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong numerical ability and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills â both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans is an advantage)