Senior Branch Administrator & Finance Controller

Motus corporation; Qonce; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Midas in King Williams Town is seeking an Administrator: Branch to oversee general accounting and administration at the branch. You will supervise the branch accounting team and safeguard assets, ensuring accurate recording and timely banking of daily receipts.

The role requires a strong accounting background, Matric plus a financial degree or current studies, and 5–8 years of relevant experience in a corporate branch environment.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent and a financial degree or current study in finance.
• 5-8 years’ experience in bookkeeping/administration at a branch or network.
• Strong accounting background with hands-on knowledge up to trial balance.
• Ability to reconcile general ledger accounts and manage accounts.
• Excellent organization and ability to meet monthly deadlines.
• Experience liaising with banks and handling large volumes of cash.
• Proficient with Excel/Word and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and account for branch assets; supervise branch admin and accounting team.
• Receipt and banking of daily cash, cheques, and electronic payments.
• Manage creditor and debtor ledgers; process invoices; ensure timely payments.
• Prepare month-end accruals; assist with budgeting and variance analysis.
• Enforce internal controls; ensure duties are properly separated.
• Train and develop staff; collaborate with head office and other branches.
• Liaise with banks and resolve banking issues; support branch manager.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Administrative skills

Team supervision

Cash handling

Excel

Banking liaison

General ledger

Education

Matric

Financial degree or studying

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Midas in King Williams Town is seeking an Administrator: Branch to oversee general accounting and administration at the branch. You will supervise the branch accounting team and safeguard assets, ensuring accurate recording and timely banking of daily receipts.

The role requires a strong accounting background, Matric plus a financial degree or current studies, and 5–8 years of relevant experience in a corporate branch environment.