Financial Accountant: Payroll, IFRS & LTIS

PPS; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

PPS Investments is seeking a capable finance professional to support the accounting team in a broad range of functions including payroll, financial statement prep, reconciliations and LTIS administration. The role involves process automation and BBBEE initiatives to drive efficiency and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in a similar role, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with accounting principles.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years experience in a similar accounting/finance role.
• Proficient in MS Excel and familiar with GST/VAT and payroll processes.
• Knowledge of payroll, LTIS and BBBEE concepts is advantageous.
• Understanding of IFRS and general accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly management accounts, trial balance, GL, cashbooks and journals.
• Prepare VAT submissions and reconciliations; assist year-end audits.
• Process payroll changes, HR benefits and SARS-related filings.
• Support LTIS accounting and BBBEE data preparation.
• Automate finance processes and improve internal controls.

Skills

MS Excel

Power BI

Pastel

Sage

Accounting principles

Education

Relevant Finance/Accounting related tertiary qualification

Tools

MS Office

OneStream

SAGE

Job description

PPS Investments is seeking a capable finance professional to support the accounting team in a broad range of functions including payroll, financial statement prep, reconciliations and LTIS administration. The role involves process automation and BBBEE initiatives to drive efficiency and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in a similar role, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with accounting principles.