Job Description

Role Purpose

This role provides essential support to the finance function and sits between the Bookkeeper and the Financial Manager. The position focuses on strengthening accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across daily accounting, payroll administration, and general office operations. It is suited to someone progressing in their finance career who can take ownership of preparatory finance work, reconciliations, and administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial & Accounting Support

Capture daily accounting transactions (supplier invoices, customer invoices, payments, journals). Perform reconciliations, including bank, supplier, debtor, petty cash, and control accounts. Investigate and clear reconciling items before escalating to the Bookkeeper or Financial Manager. Maintain accurate general ledger postings and supporting documentation. Assist with month-end close, including preparation of reconciliations and schedules required by the Financial Manager. Provide assistance during audits and tax compliance processes (VAT, PAYE, income tax documentation). Follow internal financial controls and ensure proper document management.

2. Payroll & Employee Support

Assist with payroll inputs such as leave records, overtime, allowances, and staff changes. Maintain accurate staff attendance, leave registers, and HR files. Assist in responding to payroll-related queries and preparing supporting documentation. Update and track staff training records and compliance documents.

3. Administrative & Operational Support

Draft and prepare business correspondence, letters, notices, and internal communication. Assist management with document preparation, filing, scanning, and electronic record-keeping. Support document flow between departments, doctors, and administrative teams. Provide general office administration to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Position Structure

Reports to:

Financial Manager

Works closely with:

Bookkeeper

Supports:

Finance Team, HR, and Operations

This role serves as the link between daily transactional processing (Bookkeeper) and financial reporting, compliance, and strategic finance functions (Financial Manager).

Minimum Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or currently studying towards one). Preference will be given to candidates who have completed SAICA or SAIPA articles. 1-2 years' accounting experience with exposure to administrative and payroll support functions. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and payroll processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with Xero Accounting will be an advantage. Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Preference will be given to candidates currently residing in East London or willing to relocate.

Application Instructions

To apply, please include the following with your application:

Your CV A short cover letter (maximum 10 lines) summarising your relevant experience Your salary expectation
The above to be emailed to: cv@eyecentre.co.za

Applications that do not include all three items will not be considered.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Ability to commute/relocate:

East London, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):

Are you available for an in person interview. I can confirm that I have read and meet the minimum job requirements, before applying for this position.
Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Language:

English Fluently (Required)
Work Location: In person