Office Administrator (3-month contract), Bloemfontein

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, based in Bloemfontein, is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Office Administrator (3-month contract) to join their team. This role is ideal for a proactive individual with strong administrative and basic accounting skills who thrives in a structured yet dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day office operations, including financial administration and general office duties, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism at all times.

Minimum requirements

• Matric
• Relevant certificate or diploma in Office Administration, Accounting, Bookkeeping or related field (Advantageous)
• Proven experience (4 - 5 years' experience) in an office administration role with hands-on exposure to debtors and creditors management
• Experience in performing reconciliations, including debtors, creditors, and bank reconciliations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Pastel (working knowledge and practical experience)
• Experience or knowledge in farming and irrigation will be advantageous
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform accurate calculations and apply basic accounting principles confidently
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced work environment
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and financial controls
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively

Skills required

• Ability to process and reconcile bank statements accurately and timeously
• Strong numerical ability with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information professionally

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage debtors accounts, including issuing invoices, allocating payments, following up on outstanding balances, and maintaining accurate debtor records
• Manage creditors accounts by processing supplier invoices, preparing payment schedules, reconciling statements, and ensuring timely payments
• Perform monthly reconciliations, including debtors, creditors, and general ledger reconciliations
• Capture and process financial transactions accurately on Pastel accounting system
• Prepare, process, and reconcile bank statements, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded and discrepancies are resolved timeously
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and reporting by providing accurate financial information to management
• Maintain proper filing systems for financial and administrative documents, both electronic and manual
• Manage general office administration duties, including correspondence, data capturing, document preparation, and record keeping
• Answer and direct phone calls, respond to emails, and attend to internal and external queries professionally
• Support management and other departments with administrative and financial tasks as required
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and basic accounting controls

Remuneration

R 13 000 Cost to Company, depending on experience

Work hours

Monday - Friday

• 08h00 - 16h00 (without lunch break)
• 08h00 - 17h00 (with lunch break)

IMPORTANT:

• Applications close 26 February 2026
• If you did not receive feedback within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful
• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered
• Only candidates who meet all our client's minimum requirements will be contacted