Administrator / Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
A four-star lodge in the greater St Lucia and Hluhluwe area of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a capable and highly organised ADMINISTRATOR / BOOKKEEPER to manage accounts, human resources and personal assistant functions for ownership

POSITION INFO:
This role is for someone who thrives on structure and can build efficient systems from scratch. You'll work closely with the owner day to day, taking full ownership of the property's administrative backbone.

Core Criteria:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a 3 to 5 star lodge environment
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to set up processes and systems from the ground up
• Solid working knowledge of Google Drive and digital filing systems
• Experience spanning HR, payroll, accounts and bookkeeping
• Valid driver's licence essential
• Good, contactable references
• Strong people skills and confident working closely with staff and ownership
• Well presented, adaptable, and comfortable adjusting to an owner-run operation

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage day to day bookkeeping and accounts
• Process payroll, including UIF and PAYE deductions
• Handle HR administration and staff documentation
• Provide direct PA support to the owner
• Maintain organised digital filing systems via Google Drive
• Establish and refine administrative processes for the role
• Liaise closely with ownership and lodge management on operational matters

On Offer:

• Salary: R15,000 to R20,000 per month, negotiable depending on experience
• Live-in accommodation available (private bachelor cottage, or shared option with own kitchenette and bathroom), or the option to commute daily from St Lucia, Mtubatuba or Hluhluwe
• Meals provided on duty