Receptionist & Switchboard Operator (Corporate Office)

This accounting practice in Johannesburg CBD needs a friendly, organised person holding the front desk together. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

Home base is an accounting practice on the Johannesburg CBD side of Gauteng. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
• Keep the reception area neat and the coffee station stocked.
• Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
• Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
• Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
• Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.

• Well presented, punctual and organised
• A warm, clear phone manner in English
• Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
• At least 1 year on reception or a front desk
• You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once
• Discreet with confidential information

• A second language common in your area
• A secretarial or office administration certificate

• Paid study leave for office admin courses
• Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
• Safe, secure parking

• Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.
• List the phone systems and booking software you have used; practices look for people who need little training.