Hiring Now | Franchise Restaurant Administrator | Pedros Chicken (Stores Division) | Durban, KwaZulu-Natal | Permanent Fast-Food & QSR Financial Administration Vacancy
Pedros Chicken, one of South Africa’s leading and fastest-growing fast-food and quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands, is seeking a precise, analytical, and highly organized Franchise Restaurant Administrator to join its store operations team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
This permanent mid-senior administrative position is ideal for candidates holding a Grade 12 Certificate (with a tertiary qualification in Finance, Bookkeeping, or Administration being advantageous) alongside proven financial administration, payroll, and bookkeeping experience within the restaurant, hospitality, or retail sectors. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day debtors, creditors, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and POS system reports (MICROS/GAAP) to support the Franchise Partner and restaurant operations.
Submit your application before the closing date on 31 October 2026.
Franchise Restaurant Administrator Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Job Title | Franchise Restaurant Administrator |
| Company | Pedros Chicken |
| Division / Business Unit | Stores Division |
| Industry | Restaurants / QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) |
| Experience Level | Mid-Senior Level (Financial Admin & Bookkeeping Experience) |
| Employment Type | Permanent Full-Time |
| Job Location | Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Posting Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Closing Date | 31 October 2026 |
About the Role
As a Franchise Restaurant Administrator, you will serve as the financial and administrative backbone for the Franchise Partner and restaurant management team. Your core focus is ensuring that all daily and monthly financial records—ranging from supplier invoices and bank reconciliations to employee payroll and daily cash-ups—are executed with total accuracy and timeous precision.
Working closely with restaurant Point of Sale (POS) management systems like MICROS and GAAP, you will extract sales data, conduct month-end reporting, investigate transactional discrepancies, and maintain audit-ready documentation in a fast-paced retail food environment.
Key Performance Areas & Primary Responsibilities
1. Financial Administration, Debtors & Creditors
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Manage day-to-day accounts payable (creditors) and accounts receivable (debtors) administration.
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Process supplier invoices, cross-check delivery notes, coordinate vendor payments, and maintain accurate creditor records.
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Monitor outstanding debtor balances and follow up on payments where required.
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Complete daily and monthly bank reconciliations, verify cash-ups, and investigate cash or credit card discrepancies promptly.
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Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems for all financial transactions and supporting receipts.
2. Payroll Processing & Personnel Administration
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Prepare, calculate, and process employee payroll information accurately and within strict monthly deadlines.
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Maintain complete employee payroll files, managing documentation for new starters, transfers, and resignations.
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Capture staff overtime, leave applications, deductions, and wage adjustments supported by attendance registers and shift logs.
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Address employee and management queries regarding payslips, deductions, and leave balances professionally.
3. Restaurant POS Systems & Reporting
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Operate, extract, and reconcile daily sales and transactional data using MICROS and/or GAAP POS software.
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Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly administrative and financial performance reports for store leadership.
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Assist with month-end financial closing, journal entries, and trial balance reconciliations.
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Identify operational discrepancies, inventory variances, or cash flow concerns and escalate them to the Franchise Partner.
4. General Office Administration & Compliance
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Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Franchise Partner and store management.
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Maintain up-to-date employee records, supplier files, compliance documentation, and health and safety records.
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Maintain absolute confidentiality when handling employee personal details, payroll figures, and proprietary financial data.
Minimum Requirements – Franchise Restaurant Administrator
Educational Qualifications & Experience
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Matric / Grade 12 Certificate (Essential).
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Qualification in Finance, Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Business Administration (Highly Advantageous).
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Proven administration experience within the restaurant, QSR, hospitality, or retail industries (Essential).
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Practical experience managing debtors, creditors, bank reconciliations, and payroll (Essential).
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Hands-on experience working with MICROS and/or GAAP POS systems (Highly Advantageous).
Technical Competencies & Soft Skills
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Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Excel (spreadsheets, basic formulas, reconciliations), MS Word, Outlook, and financial accounting software.
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Sound understanding of basic double-entry bookkeeping and financial administration principles.
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High numerical accuracy, meticulous attention to detail, and strong administrative discipline.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to work independently to meet strict deadlines.
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High degree of trustworthiness, integrity, and discretion when managing sensitive financial and HR records.
Frequently Asked Questions – Pedros Careers
Where is this position located?
This post is based at Pedros store operations in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is previous experience with MICROS or GAAP POS required?
While prior exposure to MICROS or GAAP POS systems is not strictly mandatory, it is highly advantageous for performing daily sales reconciliations.
When is the application deadline?
Applications close on 31 October 2026.
How to Apply for This Pedros Vacancy
Take your financial administration career forward with one of South Africa’s fastest-growing restaurant brands. Submit your online application prior to the closing deadline.
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Official Source Link: Pedros Careers Portal
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Job Title: Franchise Restaurant Administrator (Durban)
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Ensure your CV clearly outlines your bookkeeping experience, payroll knowledge, system skills, and contact details.
Closing Date: 31 October 2026.
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Post last updated: 16 October 2026 | Keywords: Franchise Restaurant Administrator Pedros Durban 2026, Pedros restaurant admin jobs KZN, restaurant bookkeeper GAAP MICROS Durban, payroll creditors admin jobs QSR 2026, Pedros chicken store vacancies Durban
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