Manufacturing

Office Manager And Pa

Vital Element (Pty) Ltd·Durban (Durban CBD), south-africa·Default
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-Closes Nov 19, 2026

An established and growing organisation is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Office Manager and Administration Support professional to play a central role in ensuring the smooth operation of finance, HR, compliance, and administrative functions.

This position requires a proactive individual who is capable of managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and high levels of accuracy.

Responsibilities:Financial Administration:

Manage and reconcile petty cash transactions and company credit card expenses

Oversee debtor collections and follow up on outstanding accounts

Capture, reconcile, and process creditor invoices and supplier payments

Process employee advances and maintain accurate financial records

Assist with month-end financial administration and reporting

Payroll and Employee Administration:

Prepare and manage monthly payroll-related schedules and payments

Coordinate submissions relating to provident funds, risk benefits, bargaining councils, unions, and statutory requirements

Assist with Employment Equity reporting and related compliance activities

Compliance and Regulatory Administration:

Maintain and update compliance documentation and statutory registrations

Manage renewals of licences, registrations, and compliance certificates

Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory bodies and industry requirements

Assist with audits and preparation of supporting documentation

Insurance, Fleet and Asset Administration:

Manage insurance claims and liaise with brokers and insurers

Maintain accurate fleet and company asset records

Monitor vehicle licence renewals and related documentation

Procurement and Supplier Coordination:

Manage supplier relationships and coordinate orders and deliveries

Oversee uniform procurement and stock administration

Coordinate supplier payments and related documentation

Tender and Administrative Support:

Assist with the preparation and submission of tender documentation

Ensure all compliance documentation required for tenders is accurate and up to date

Provide comprehensive administrative support to management

Office Operations:

Oversee day-to-day office management and maintenance

Coordinate service providers, repairs, and office supplies

Manage directors' schedules and meeting reminders

Maintain organised filing systems, both electronic and manual

Draft professional correspondence and company documents

Injury on Duty (IOD) Administration:

Manage and administer IOD claims and supporting documentation

Submit claims to relevant authorities within required deadlines

Follow up on outstanding claims and maintain accurate records

Ensure all documentation is professionally prepared and properly filed

Requirements:

Proven experience in Office Management, Administration, Finance Administration, or a similar multifunctional role

Strong understanding of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and payment processing

Experience with payroll administration and compliance reporting

Knowledge of South African labour and compliance regulations will be advantageous

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience working with accounting and payroll systems

Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

The successful candidate will be highly organised, deadline-driven, trustworthy, and capable of taking ownership of a broad range of administrative, financial, and compliance responsibilities while supporting the overall efficiency of the business.

Desired Skills:

Quickbooks

Pastel

Financial Admin

Payroll

IOD Admin

Compliance Admin

Insurance Admin

Tenders Admin

Office operations

Supplier Admin

Desired Work Experience:

1 to 2 years Personal Assistant

Desired Qualification Level:

Diploma

At a glance

Company

Vital Element (Pty) Ltd

Location

Durban (Durban CBD), south-africa

Employment

Default

Experience

manager

Valid until

November 19, 2026

Created

October 16, 2026