Payroll Accountant

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Friendly environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Payroll Accountant to manage payroll operations for our client in Welkom, Free State. You will process weekly/bi-weekly/monthly payroll, ensure tax submissions, and maintain data integrity with strong attention to detail.

Applicants should have experience with PAYE, UIF, SDL, payroll software (VIP Payroll, Sage) and MS Excel. The role offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and administration.
• Knowledge of South African payroll laws (PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Proficiency with VIP Payroll or Sage and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate weekly/bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all employees.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and statutory reports.
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with audits.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Data integrity

Confidentiality

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Payroll Accountant to manage payroll operations efficiently and accurately for their team in Welkom . This role ensures that all employees are paid correctly and on time, while maintaining compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. You will be responsible for payroll processing, tax submissions, and managing employee payroll queries. Joining our client means becoming part of a supportive team committed to employee well-being in the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely weekly/bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Manage payroll-related queries from employees and provide timely resolutions.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and other statutory reports.
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with payroll audits.

Requirements

• Experience in payroll processing and administration.
• Knowledge of South African payroll laws and tax regulations (PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage) and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Access to medical aid and retirement fund.
• Paid time off for rest and rejuvenation.
• A professional and friendly work environment in Welkom .