Bookkeeper, Payroll & Hr Administrator

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Junior Bookkeeper to join our client's team in the hospitality industry in a role that combines bookkeeping with HR and salary administration responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payroll processes, and assisting with HR administrative duties.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role and wants to gain cross-functional experience in both finance and human resources.Key ResponsibilitiesBookkeeping Duties : Recording daily financial transactions (cashbook, journals, customer / supplier invoices)Capturing and reconciling bank statements and petty cashAssisting with monthly creditor and debtor reconciliationsProcessing supplier invoices and paymentsPreparing basic financial reportsSupporting VAT submissions and SARS complianceAssisting in preparing management accounts and trial balancesMaintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting recordsSalary / Payroll AdministrationProcessing employee timesheets, leave forms, and related payroll dataAssisting with monthly payroll preparation and ensuring timely salary paymentsHandling PAYE, UIF, and other statutory submissionsAddressing salary queries and liaising with payroll service providers if applicableHR Administration SupportMaintaining employee records and ensuring compliance with labour regulationsAssisting with onboarding documentation and employment contractsSupporting general HR administrative tasks (leave tracking, record keeping, letters)Assisting with internal communication regarding policies and HR processesRequirementsMinimum Requirements : Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and AccountingBookkeeping or Accounting Certificate / Diploma (advantageous)3+ years' experience in a bookkeeping or accounting roleFamiliarity with payroll processing and HR admin dutiesProficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)Strong MS Excel and Word skillsUnderstanding of South African tax, PAYE, and basic HR principlesKey CompetenciesExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive informationStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA proactive, hands-on attitude and willingness to take ownershipAbility to work independently and as part of a teamGood time management and multitasking abilitiesBenefitsSalary negotiable based on experienceSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeContractJob functionAccounting / Auditing and FinanceIndustriesTelecommunications