Payroll Accountant

Robert Walters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accountant to oversee payroll and bookkeeping tasks. This role involves managing payroll systems, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with HR and finance teams to enhance operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, along with significant experience in payroll management and bookkeeping. This hybrid role offers stability and growth in a dynamic environment, making it perfect for someone passionate about finance and HR integration. If you are committed to excellence and eager to contribute to a thriving team, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
• Understanding of South African Tax regulations.
• Payroll certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring compliance and meeting deadlines.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements according to IFRS.
• Coordinate with third-party providers for compliance and consistency.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll Management

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Reporting

Sage Payroll System

HR Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting

Tools

Sage Payroll System

Job description

Accountant Job Description

As the Accountant, you will oversee payroll and bookkeeping tasks, ensuring precision, promptness, and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities include managing payroll systems, updating records, and liaising with third-party providers.

The role also involves handling HR agreements, financial statements, and collaborating with the HR, CFO, and Group Finance teams to enhance overall financial operations and foster professional growth.

Success will be gauged by accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, effective HR and financial management, and productive collaboration with stakeholders.

Key qualifications and experience for the Payroll Accountant:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting
• 5+ years relevant experience
• Proven track record in bookkeeping and accounting
• Understanding of SA Tax
• Sage payroll system experience (advantageous)
• Payroll certification (advantageous)
• HR / Payroll experience (advantageous)
• High integrity and professional maturity

Key duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversee payroll processing, including salaries, benefits, taxes, and deductions, ensuring compliance and meeting deadlines.
• Manage records and reports documenting all transactions.
• Maintain accurate employee data and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations across jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with third-party providers for compliance and consistency.
• Develop budgets and forecasts related to payroll.
• Track leave balances and process leave requests.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve payroll issues.
• Manage staff incentive schemes and related financial records.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Prepare and file income tax returns accurately and timely.
• Coordinate the annual audit process.
• Manage investments, including monthly accounts and investor reporting.

Key personal skills:

• High integrity and professional maturity
• Absolute confidentiality
• Diligence, firmness, and high ethical standards

This role is suitable for a reliable, committed individual seeking stability, growth, and longevity. If you are passionate about a hybrid role in finance with an HR flair and have experience in payroll accounting and compliance, please get in touch to learn more about this exciting opportunity.