Temporary Administration Clerk

O'Grady Coatings Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading coatings company in Cape Town is seeking a Temporary Administration Clerk for approximately 5 months to support their Finance and Operations departments during maternity leave. Responsibilities include administrative support, managing front-desk operations, and reconciling accounts. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role and proficiency in MS Office. Applications are due by 22 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an administrative or finance support role.
• Experience in the paint or coatings industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to Finance and Operations teams.
• Manage front desk operations and assist customers.
• Process and reconcile debtors and creditors accounts.
• Assist with data capturing, record keeping, and document control.
• Support stock management and participate in stock takes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Customer service orientation

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Certificate or diploma in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Basic accounting software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Temporary Administration Clerk (Maternity Cover)

Location: Blackheath Industrial, Cape Town

Department: Finance & Operations

Contract Type: Temporary – Approximately 5 Months

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Temporary Administration Clerk to support our Finance and Operations departments during a maternity leave period. The successful candidate will handle front-desk duties, assist with finance administration, and support daily operational activities to ensure smooth business continuity.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Finance and Operations teams.


• Manage front desk operations, answering calls, and assisting customers.


• Process and reconcile debtors and creditors accounts.


• Assist with data capturing, record keeping, and document control.


• Support stock management and participate in stock takes.


• Prepare purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.


• Liaise professionally with customers.


• Perform general office support duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) is required.


• At least 3 years' experience in a similar administrative or finance support role.


• A certificate or diploma in Business Administration or Accounting will be an advantage.


• Experience in the paint or coatings industry will be a strong advantage.


• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and basic accounting software.


• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.

Personal Attributes

• Professional and courteous with strong interpersonal skills.


• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently.


• Team player with a strong sense of responsibility.


• Customer-focused and service-oriented.

Contract Details

• Duration: Approximately 5 months (Maternity Cover).


• Start Date: As soon as possible.


• Location: Blackheath Industrial, Cape Town.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to

with the subject line: "Temporary Administration Clerk Application - Your Name"

Closing Date

22 October 2025