Bookkeeping / Admin / Payroll Clerk / Accounts

Confidential; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company located in Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented Admin / Payroll Clerk to handle various administrative and payroll duties. Ideal candidates will possess strong numerical and bookkeeping skills, familiarity with payroll systems, and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include daily bank account processing, payroll management, and client liaison. This position adjoins an environment where detail and accuracy are paramount.

Qualifications

• Bookkeeping experience with Debtors & Creditors is essential.
• Experience with Pastel Accounting V18 preferred.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Daily balancing and processing of the company’s bank account.
• Manage weekly and monthly payroll processing.
• Liaise with clients on Debtors & Creditors.

Skills

Bookkeeping Experience

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Softline VIP

Sage

Pastel Accounting V18

Job description

Overview

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Admin / Payroll Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative, payroll, and accounting support duties. A strong numerical aptitude and the ability to work to strict deadlines is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Daily balancing and processing of the company’s bank account.
• Weekly and monthly payroll processing using Softline VIP / Sage.
• Managing Time & Attendance systems for weekly payroll.
• Assisting with RMA (Rand Mutual Assurance) processing.
• Exposure to MIBFA and monthly return submissions.
• Scheduling and processing contributions for Discovery Health.
• Liaising with clients regarding Debtors & Creditors, handling queries, and resolving issues efficiently.
• Preparing and processing month-end payments including Creditors and all statutory obligations, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Assisting in preparing for annual external audits.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date administrative and filing systems.
• Keeping track of and ensuring the timely renewal of annual licenses.
• Exposure to CGIC / Credit Guarantee processes would be advantageous but is not a requirement.

Requirements

• Bookkeeping Experience (Debtors + Creditors) ESSENTIAL!
• Experience with Pastel Accounting V18 is preferred (accounting background will be an advantage).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills; must be figure-orientated.
• Familiarity with payroll systems (VIP / Sage).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Previous experience in a similar administrative or payroll role is essential.