Relief Receptionist (Temp Pool)

Phones, visitors and bookings all come through you at this accounting practice in Alberton. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

Home base is an accounting practice on the Alberton side of Gauteng.

• Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
• Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
• Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.
• Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
• Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.

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

• A secretarial or office administration certificate
• Typing speed above 40 wpm
• A second language common in your area

• Paid study leave for office admin courses
• Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
• Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices
• Safe, secure parking

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