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POSITION INFO:
Location: George, Western Cape | Office-Based
Employment Type: Half-Day
Industry: Finance Administration | Utilities | Electricity Metering
WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with an established business in George to appoint an organised and detail-oriented Half-Day Bookkeeper & Administrator.
This role combines day-to-day bookkeeping with account administration and general office support. It would suit someone who enjoys working in a structured environment, takes pride in accuracy, and is comfortable taking ownership of financial and administrative tasks without constant supervision.
About the Role
As Half-Day Bookkeeper & Administrator, you’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices and transactions, managing customer and supplier accounts, and supporting the smooth running of daily administration.
You’ll also assist with electricity account information and billing-related queries, working with clients and technicians to ensure records remain accurate and completed work is correctly invoiced and closed.
The role requires someone who is dependable, numerically strong and comfortable balancing several deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Process invoices, receipts, payments and credit notes
Capture and allocate financial transactions accurately
Maintain customer and supplier accounts
Perform bank, account and payment reconciliations
Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up on payments
Assist with monthly bookkeeping and financial reporting
Maintain accurate electricity account and customer information
Manage filing, recordkeeping and document control
Respond professionally to account and billing queries
Coordinate administrative requirements with clients and technicians
Keep databases and internal systems accurate and up to date
Ensure completed work is invoiced and properly closed
What You’ll Bring
Previous experience in bookkeeping, finance administration or accounts
Experience with invoicing, reconciliations and account management
Strong numerical and administrative skills
Strong Excel, email and general computer skills
Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting software
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational skills and comfort working within structured processes
Ability to manage multiple deadlines accurately
Ability to take ownership and work without constant supervision
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
Patience when dealing with account and billing queries
Responsible handling of confidential financial information
Reliable transport to the office in George
Nice to Have
Xero Accounting experience
Utilities industry experience
Electricity metering experience
Exposure to prepaid systems
Billing platform experience
Estate administration experience
What’s On Offer
Half-day office hours
Stable and structured working environment
Exposure to electricity billing and smart-metering systems
Training and support from an experienced team
Company Culture
You’ll be joining a structured working environment where accuracy, reliability and consistent follow-through are valued. The role suits someone who enjoys taking responsibility for their work, communicating professionally and contributing to the smooth running of both financial and administrative processes.
Please Note: If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, consider your application unsuccessful.
