Administrator: Branch Eastern Cape

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Motus Corporation is actively recruiting for a Administrator: Branch position in Eastern Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Finance / Accounting / Audit sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 5 - 8 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Finance / Accounting / Audit• Location Preference: in Eastern Cape

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Financial professionals like Administrator: Branch are vital for organizational stability and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to impact business strategy and financial health.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Finance / Accounting / Audit offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Administrator: Branch position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 5 - 8 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Finance / Accounting / Audit field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Finance / Accounting / Audit sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Branch Administrator Company: Motus Corporation

Salary: Market Related

Reference: 207131

Vacancy Details

Employer: Motus Corporation

Midas is looking for a Branch Administrator to join our team in King Williams Town. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of standard accounting and administrative functions within the branch, along with supervision and management of the branch's administrative and accounting team to ensure the safeguarding and accurate accounting of all branch assets.

Requirements

• Matric or Financial Degree, or currently studying in the financial field (Essential) - 5-8 years of experience in a similar field - Extensive bookkeeping and administrative experience in a corporate environment, particularly in a branch or divisional network - Strong accounting background with a thorough grasp of fundamental accounting principles - Hands-on experience in all aspects of accounting and administration, up to trial balance preparation - Full understanding of general ledger control accounts, with the ability to administer and reconcile them - Enquiring mind to ensure comprehensive understanding of the full accounting cycle - Proficient in both debtors and creditors ledger management - Extremely organized and disciplined approach to daily tasks - Ability to supervise subordinates and delegate tasks to meet monthly deadlines - Confidence to liaise with banks and resolve banking issues - Comfortable with computerized ledgers and proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word - Ability to work under pressure - Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team - Honest and trustworthy, with experience handling large amounts of cash daily - Ability to liaise with admin staff in various branches across the country

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), among others, include:

• Accurate and complete receipting of all cash, COD, and credit sales - Safeguarding all cash and daily banking of customer proceeds, ensuring all receipts are banked within 24 hours - Supervision and maintenance of the branch creditor’s ledger, including accurate capturing and approval of creditor payments - Timely management of branch debtor’s ledger, including customer payment receipt, updating debtor accounts, and recovery of overdue amounts - Immediate recording and follow-up of all returned and unpaid cheques - Accounting for and safeguarding petty cash - Supervision and enforcement of all branch internal controls, ensuring adherence to the company’s standard internal control processes - Maintaining strict divisions of duties between those controlling and recording company assets - Application of all head office accounting requirements, including group reporting deadlines - Building and training the branch accounting and administration team - Ensuring the branch is adequately staffed - Ordering, recording, and safeguarding all stationery, including company cheques and invoices - Maintaining professional relations with the local office of the Motor Vehicle Bargaining Council (MIBCO) - Working closely with the branch manager to maximize branch performance - Performing regular tests on internal control processes and ad hoc investigations as required - Building an efficient relationship with Alert head office - Continual review of branch general ledger accounts and monthly expense reviews - Preparation of the branch annual budget and performance review against budget - Review and maintenance of all branch control accounts - Calculation and preparation of all month-end accrual journals - Various ad hoc investigations and accounting tasks