Costing and Administration Assistant – Capitec Bank

Capitec Bank is recruiting a Costing and Administration Assistant to join its team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role will support the Head: Projects with project costing and administration for branch construction and refurbishment projects.

Job Details

• Job Title: Costing and Administration Assistant
• Company: Capitec Bank Ltd
• Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa
• Date Posted: 18 September 2026
• Closing Date: Not specified
• Job Type: Permanent

About the Position

The Costing and Administration Assistant will provide costing, project management and administrative support to the Head: Projects.

The position is responsible for managing the costing of branch construction and refurbishment projects within a designated geographical area. The successful candidate will help ensure projects are completed according to agreed specifications, timelines and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing project costing for branch construction and refurbishment.
• Supporting projects to remain within approved budgets.
• Assisting with project planning and coordination.
• Providing administrative support to the Head: Projects.
• Supporting budgeting and financial reporting.
• Maintaining project-related documentation and information.
• Assisting with audit and accounting requirements.
• Supporting the effective coordination of construction and refurbishment activities.

Minimum Experience

Applicants should have:

• At least 3 years’ experience in cost accountancy, business management and project management.
• Experience in a building, construction or refurbishment environment.
• Practical experience with project costing and financial management.

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Qualifications

Candidates must have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting, with Financial Accounting being relevant.
• Grade 12 / National Certificate / Vocational qualification.

Knowledge Required

Applicants should have knowledge of:

• Project management.
• Production planning and logistics.
• Building and construction methods.
• Construction materials and regulations.
• Financial management.
• Budgeting and reporting.
• Audit requirements.
• Accounting principles.

Skills Required

The position requires:

• Communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.
• Administration skills.
• Planning, organising and coordination skills.
• Reporting skills.
• Numerical reasoning.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Employment Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have a clear criminal record.
• Have a clear credit record.
• Be contactable via their own mobile phone.
• Have a valid driver’s licence.
• Have their own vehicle.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is suited to candidates with relevant finance or accounting qualifications, at least three years of experience, and practical exposure to costing, project management and building, construction or refurbishment projects.

How to Apply

Capitec advises candidates to complete its short assessment before finalising their application. Once the assessment has been completed, applicants can proceed with the application through the Capitec careers platform.

Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa
Closing Date: Not specified