Bookkeeper & Office Administrator

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Bookkeeper & Office Administrator

Reporting to: General Manager

Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Location: Kalk Bay

About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and detail?driven Bookkeeper & Office Administrator to oversee the financial management, statutory compliance, and day?to?day administrative operations of our Share Block retirement property.

This position requires someone who pairs solid technical accounting expertise with a calm, patient, and empathetic approach when working with elderly residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial & Accounting Management

• Full?function bookkeeping up to trial balance on Sage Accounting.
• Monthly reconciliations and preparation of management reports.

CSOS & Statutory Compliance

• Full responsibility for CSOS quarterly levy submissions.
• Filing of Annual Returns (Form CS2) for the Share Block.

Payroll & Tax

• Process monthly payroll on Sage Payroll.
• Manage EMP201/EMP501 submissions.
• Oversee Workman’s Compensation return and administration.

Share Block Administration

• Maintain and update the Share Register.
• Issue Share Certificates.
• Experience within a Share Block environment will be a strong advantage.

Audit Preparation

• Compile and prepare complete audit packs for the annual external audit.

General Office Support

• Provide backup support for various administrative and resident?related tasks when required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Professional, discreet, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Meticulous and accurate with reconciliations and reporting.
• Patient, compassionate, and comfortable assisting elderly residents with levy or account queries.
• Able to remain calm, organised, and solutions?focused under pressure.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar bookkeeping/administration role.
• Strong proficiency in Sage Accounting & Sage Payroll (essential).
• Knowledge of HR Labour Law and Share Block legislation is a significant advantage.