Finance & Office Admin / Bookkeeper - Maitland, Cape Town Salary R25 000

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Finance & Office Administrator/Bookkeeper. The role involves managing accounting functions, administrative support, and requires proven bookkeeping experience. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a bookkeeping/admin role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices and reporting.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Full-function bookkeeping support using Pastel Accounting.
• Manage supplier and customer accounts, including credit control.
• Provide administrative support to management, including travel bookings.

Skills

Accounting practices

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Tools

Pastel Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Finance & Office Administrator / Bookkeeper - Maitland, Cape Town Salary R25,000

A well-established company is seeking an experienced Finance and Office Administrator/Bookkeeper to manage a wide range of accounting and administrative functions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-function bookkeeping support using Pastel Accounting and payroll systems
• Manage supplier and customer accounts, including credit control and invoice processing
• Oversee petty cash, VAT reports, fixed asset register, and depreciation/interest calculations
• Provide administrative support to management, including meeting coordination, travel bookings, and staff record management
• Process weekly wages, monthly payments, and employee leave
• Maintain accurate physical and digital filing systems
• Assist with stock control, logistics bookings, and vehicle maintenance records
• Support internal and external audits with precise reporting and documentation

Systems Proficiency Required:

• Pastel
• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Payroll and Time Log systems

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a bookkeeping/admin role
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices and reporting
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and maintain confidentiality
• Confident in managing both financial and general administrative duties

If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and looking for a role with variety and responsibility, apply now to join a team where your skills will make a real impact.