Finance, Stock Control and Administrative Support Role at Staalmeester

Staalmeester, part of Senwes Equipment, is seeking a detail-oriented Finance and Administration Officer (Staalmeester) (Hartbeesfontein) to strengthen its financial and operational support functions. As a subsidiary within the broader Senwes structure, Staalmeester operates within the agricultural mechanisation sector, supporting farmers and agricultural businesses across South Africa.

This permanent, mid-level role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeping professional who thrives in a structured, analytical environment and is comfortable balancing financial administration with stock and operational coordination responsibilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting accounting processes, managing creditors, overseeing stock administration, coordinating logistics, and assisting with HR and payroll support functions.

About the Role

The Finance and Administration Officer is responsible for ensuring accurate financial recordkeeping and administrative efficiency across multiple operational areas. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage financial data with precision.

You will oversee bookkeeping activities, perform reconciliations, manage supplier costings, and ensure creditors are accurately processed and maintained. In addition, the position includes responsibilities linked to whole goods stock administration and logistics coordination, making it a dynamic role that extends beyond traditional accounting tasks.

This position is well-suited to a professional who values structure, accuracy, and continuous process improvement while working within a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Bookkeeping and Financial Administration

The Finance and Administration Officer will manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities, ensuring that all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. This includes performing reconciliations, maintaining financial records, and supporting financial reporting processes.

Supplier costings must be carefully managed to ensure correct allocation and tracking of expenses. Creditors administration forms a central part of the role, requiring precision in processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Accurate financial reporting supports management decision-making and contributes to the overall financial health of the business. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this function.

Stock Management and Logistics Coordination

Beyond accounting duties, the role includes responsibility for whole goods stock administration. Knowledge of stock management principles is required to ensure inventory accuracy and proper documentation of goods.

The Finance and Administration Officer will coordinate logistics processes, ensuring that stock movements are correctly recorded and aligned with financial records. Maintaining accurate stock data supports operational efficiency and contributes to effective cost control.

Strong coordination skills and systematic working methods are necessary to manage stock administration effectively.

HR, Payroll and Audit Support

The role also includes supporting HR and payroll-related functions. This may involve assisting with payroll processes, maintaining administrative records, and ensuring compliance with internal policies.

Preparation for audits is another important responsibility. The Finance and Administration Officer will ensure that financial documentation is organised, accurate, and audit-ready. Proper recordkeeping supports compliance and strengthens financial governance within the organisation.

Continuous process improvement is encouraged, and the successful candidate will contribute to enhancing systems and administrative workflows where possible.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for the Finance and Administration Officer (Staalmeester) (Hartbeesfontein) position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

National Senior Certificate with basic accounting.

Post-matric bookkeeping qualification (advantageous).

Minimum of 3 years’ bookkeeping or accounting experience.

Knowledge of stock management principles.

Office administration experience (preferred).

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Leadership or team management experience (advantageous).

A consumer credit record will be requested for appointments involving cash or financial responsibilities.

Core Competencies

Strong bookkeeping and accounting knowledge.

High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Analytical and problem-solving ability.

Organisational and administrative efficiency.

Ability to manage creditors and supplier relationships.

Knowledge of stock control and logistics coordination.

Professional communication and teamwork capability.

Commitment to continuous process improvement.

Employment Details

Position: Finance and Administration Officer (Staalmeester) (Hartbeesfontein)
Reference Number: 2418
Work Level: Mid-Level
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
EE Position: No
Location: Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
Closing Date: 08 March 2026

The company is committed to transformation through the appointment of persons from designated groups. Preference may be given to suitable candidates from these groups.

If you do not receive feedback within six weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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If you meet the above requirements and believe you can contribute meaningfully to the finance and administrative functions at Staalmeester, you are encouraged to register and submit your application via the official career platform before the closing date.

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Applications close on 08 March 2026.

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