Office Administrator (Small Business)

How2Apply Talent Network
Potchefstroom, North West
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract Admin & Office Support
R13 000 – R16 250/month
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Job Description

This small accounting practice in Potchefstroom needs an all-round administrator who can switch from quotes to payroll input without fuss. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The work is in Potchefstroom, North West, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

The work, day to day

  • Handle the office phone, email and walk-in queries.
  • Load supplier invoices and match them to goods-received notes.
  • Update the monthly Excel dashboard for the owner or branch manager.
  • Process purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on delivery dates.
  • Manage petty cash and keep slips for the bookkeeper.

Must-haves

  • At least 2 years of general office admin
  • Matric and an office administration or bookkeeping certificate
  • Good Excel and email skills
  • You can handle many small tasks without losing track
  • Working knowledge of Sage, Pastel or a similar accounting package
  • Neat, reliable record keeping

Nice if you have

  • Driver's licence to run bank and supplier errands
  • OHS Act safety file experience for construction roles

What you get

  • Annual bonus depending on business results
  • Paid Sage or Pastel courses
  • Stable weekday hours with early Friday finish at some offices
  • Room to grow into an office manager or bookkeeping role

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book plus two contactable references.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 10 working days.

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How to stand out

  • Mention the exact accounting package and version (Sage Business Cloud, Pastel Partner) you know.
  • Keep your CV free of gaps; if you did a short temp contract, add it with dates.

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Job details
SalaryR13 000 – R16 250/month
Job TypeContract
LocationPotchefstroom, North West
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience5+ years
Posted26 October 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
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