Hybrid Payroll & Finance Specialist

SRG; Sedgefield; Hybrid; ZAR 523 000 - 616 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is looking for a Finance & Payroll Assistant in South Africa. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model, combining 3 days onsite and 2 days from home. Responsibilities include managing payroll, administering payslips, and supporting month-end financial reporting. Candidates should have strong experience with payroll software, exceptional Excel skills, and relevant educational qualifications, such as GCSEs in Maths and English. This position is an excellent opportunity for career growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Good payroll experience is essential.
• Experience in both private and public sector finance environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with D365 systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll using Sage and ensure HMRC connectivity.
• Administer deductions and issue payslips.
• Process payroll payments via online banking.
• Prepare month-end payroll journals.
• Administer pension schemes and salary sacrifice programmes.

Skills

Sage (or similar payroll software)

Strong Excel skills

Experience with month-end procedures

Finance and payroll functions

Education

GCSE level 4-6 in Maths and English

HND (or equivalent) in finance discipline

Job description

A leading recruitment company is looking for a Finance & Payroll Assistant in South Africa. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model, combining 3 days onsite and 2 days from home. Responsibilities include managing payroll, administering payslips, and supporting month-end financial reporting. Candidates should have strong experience with payroll software, exceptional Excel skills, and relevant educational qualifications, such as GCSEs in Maths and English. This position is an excellent opportunity for career growth in a collaborative environment.