Accounts Administrator-Ballito-4 month contract

The Temporary Accounts Administrator will provide financial and administrative support to the finance department, ensuring that accounting records are accurate, transactions are processed efficiently and financial documentation is maintained in an organised manner.

The successful candidate will assist with accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, reconciliations, payment administration and general office duties. The role requires a detail-oriented, organised individual who can work independently, meet deadlines and adapt quickly to a temporary working environment.

2.1 Accounts Payable

• Capture and process supplier invoices accurately.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation where applicable.
• Verify invoice details, amounts and authorisations before processing.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices, credit notes and supplier queries.
• Assist with preparing supplier payment schedules.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and supporting documentation.

2.2 Accounts Receivable

• Generate and process customer invoices.
• Allocate customer receipts and payments accurately.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate outstanding balances.
• Assist with debtor follow-ups and payment reminders.
• Maintain accurate customer records.
• Respond to routine customer account queries.

2.3 Bank Reconciliations and Financial Administration

• Assist with daily or monthly bank reconciliations.
• Capture financial transactions into the accounting system.
• Reconcile petty cash and company expense claims where applicable.
• Assist with maintaining accurate general ledger records.
• Identify and report discrepancies for investigation.
• Assist with month-end accounting procedures and supporting schedules.

2.4 Data Capturing and Record Keeping

• Capture financial information accurately into accounting systems and spreadsheets.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing systems.
• Ensure invoices, receipts, statements and other supporting documents are properly filed.
• Update supplier and customer information as required.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist with retrieving documentation for internal reviews or audits.

2.5 General Administrative Support

• Assist the finance team with routine administrative duties.
• Manage emails and respond to routine finance-related enquiries.
• Follow up on outstanding documentation and approvals.
• Prepare spreadsheets, reports and payment summaries.
• Support colleagues with ad hoc finance and administration tasks.
• Ensure that all assigned work is completed within the required deadlines.

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• A certificate or diploma in Bookkeeping, Accounting, Finance or Business Administration will be advantageous.
• At least 1–3 years' experience in accounts administration, bookkeeping or a similar finance support role.
• Basic understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliations.
• Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, Pastel, Xero or similar systems will be advantageous.
• Good numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to commence work within the required timeframe and commit to the agreed temporary contract.

R15000 CTC

If you meet the requirements, kindly submit your CV and qualifications to ***email_hidden***