Administrator/Junior Bookkeeper

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the Full-Time Administrative & Sales Coordinator position at Advanced Fencing. With over 15 years of experience in administration, sales support, and office coordination—primarily within property and construction-related environments—I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your growing operations in the Helderberg area.

In my current role as Administration Assistant and Office Manager at Sigma Quantity Surveyors, I manage day-to-day office operations, client invoicing, contract administration (including JBCC and Procsa documentation), purchasing, bookkeeping (Pastel Express, Xero, and FNB Instant Accounting), and general staff coordination. Working within a construction-focused environment has strengthened my ability to handle detailed documentation, manage project-related files, and ensure that financial and administrative processes run smoothly and accurately.

Previously, as a Personal Assistant at Sky Operating Services, I was responsible for generating and following up on quotations, coordinating deliveries and collections of machinery, invoicing, stock control, and handling general client enquiries. This role required strong sales coordination, proactive client communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced operational setting—skills that align closely with the requirements outlined in your advertisement.

Earlier in my career at De La Porte Property Group, I served as Receptionist and Administrator, where I managed the switchboard, client liaison, lease agreements, credit checks, supplier coordination, appointment scheduling, and director diary management. Acting as the first point of contact for clients instilled in me a professional, service-driven approach and the ability to communicate effectively in both Afrikaans and English.

I hold a Certificate in Bookkeeping to Trial Balance from Varsity College and a Certificate in Small Business Management from Damelin Correspondence. I am highly proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and Sage-related accounting systems, and I am comfortable preparing reconciliations, VAT files, supplier accounts, stock allocations, and monthly reports.

Beyond my technical skills, I am proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable. I take pride in maintaining organised systems, meeting deadlines, and supporting management in a way that allows operations to function efficiently. With my own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence, I am well-positioned to fulfil the practical requirements of this role.

I would welcome the opportunity to bring my administrative expertise, sales coordination experience, and strong work ethic to Advanced Fencing. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can add value to your team.

Kind regards,