Bookkeeper

Vine Recruitment; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is looking for a Bookkeeper in Rustenburg. The ideal candidate has a Matric certificate and a relevant tertiary qualification. Applicants should have 2–5 years of administrative experience, especially in agriculture, and must be computer literate, organized, and detail-oriented. Familiarity with compliance, payroll, and procurement is advantageous. Strong communication skills in Afrikaans and English are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience in an administrative role, ideally in agriculture.
• Experience with farm compliance, payroll, and procurement.
• Experience with agricultural compliance (e.g., health & safety, labour law).

Skills

Computer literacy (MS Office, especially Excel)

Experience with Pastel, QuickBooks or other accounting software

Record-keeping abilities

Ability to track expenses and assist with budget reporting

Clear communication in Afrikaans and English

Ability to multitask

Education

Matric certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification in Office Administration, Agriculture, or Business Management

Job description

Bookkeeper position currently available in Rustenburg.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric certificate (minimum requirement).
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Office Administration, Agriculture, or Business Management is a strong advantage.
• At least 2–5 years’ experience in an administrative role, ideally in the agricultural sector.
• Experience with farm compliance, payroll, and procurement is highly beneficial.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong computer literacy (MS Office, especially Excel; experience with Pastel, QuickBooks, or other farm/accounting software).
• Organised and detail-oriented, with excellent record-keeping abilities.
• Comfortable managing invoices, stock control, orders, and data capturing.
• Able to schedule logistics, track expenses, and assist with budget reporting.
• Experience with agricultural compliance (e.g., health & safety, labour law, audit prep).
• Able to communicate clearly in Afrikaans and English (written and spoken).
• Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential information (e.g., wages, contracts).
• Able to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced, practical farming environment.

Personal Characteristics:

• Reliable and punctual.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
• A “hands-on” attitude—willing to walk the fields if needed to get accurate info.
• Preferably from a rural or semi-rural background and understands farming rhythms.