Bookkeeper and Office Admin Manager

Posted 15 Days Ago
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Hout Bay, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, ZAF
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Junior
Agency • HR Tech • Professional Services
The Role
On-site 1–2 month contract managing full bookkeeping up to trial balance using Xero, handling accounts payable/receivable, monthly bank reconciliations, office administration, supplier/client liaison, Excel-based project expense tracking, and general workflow and documentation organisation.
Summary Generated by Built In

Positioned within an established construction company based in Hout Bay, this multifaceted role is critical for driving financial control and operational efficiency across the business. Serving as the central point of coordination, the successful candidate will manage day-to-day bookkeeping functions alongside comprehensive office administration. This on-site opportunity for a tech savvy,  well-spoken, highly organised candidate and available to start immediately.

Key Responsibilities
  • Financial Management & Bookkeeping: Manage the full bookkeeping function up to Trial Balance using Xero, ensuring accurate data entry, processing of invoices, managing accounts payable/receivable, and executing monthly bank reconciliations.

  • Office Administration & Coordination: Lead all office administrative functions, serving as the central hub for team coordination, supplier liaison, and general business operations.

  • Spreadsheet & Reporting Maintenance: Utilise MS Excel to track project expenses, manage basic financial documentation, and assist with construction-specific data analysis.

  • Workflow Efficiency: Organise physical and digital documentation, streamline day-to-day procedures, and support management with ad-hoc administrative tasks to maintain an efficient office environment.



Requirements
  • xperience: Proven experience tracking finances and managing an office environment simultaneously, ideally within the construction, property, or engineering sectors.

  • Communication: Well-spoken with professional written and verbal communication skills appropriate for client and supplier liaison.

  • Availability: Immediate availability to commence a 1-to-2-month contract.

  • Core Competencies: Strong organizational aptitude, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing an evolving workspace.

  • Hours: 08h00 – 16h30 (with micro-flexibility available)

  • Required Software Skills
    • Xero 

    • MS Excel 

    • MS Office Suite



    Benefits

    It provides an excellent footprint for an adaptable finance and administration professional looking to anchor operations in a local, fast-moving industry. 

    Skills Required

    • Proven bookkeeping experience up to Trial Balance using Xero
    • Experience managing office administration and coordination
    • Proven experience in construction, property, or engineering sectors (preferred sector experience)
    • Skilled with MS Excel for tracking project expenses and reporting
    • Proficiency with MS Office Suite
    • Strong written and verbal communication for client and supplier liaison
    • Strong organisational aptitude, attention to detail, and proactive approach
    • Immediate availability to start a 1-2 month on-site contract
    • Available to work hours 08:00 - 16:30 (micro-flexibility)
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    The Company

    What We Do

    RecruitMyMom is a South African recruitment agency specializing in placing skilled women, particularly professional mothers, in permanent, contract, freelance, and fractional roles. They connect local and global businesses with top-tier talent and focus on the economic empowerment of women.

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