Payroll Accountant

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Provident fund

Health and wellness benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Payroll Accountant to manage all aspects of payroll processing for employees in Soweto. You will ensure timely and accurate salaries, deductions, and statutory contributions while maintaining strict confidentiality.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and solid knowledge of SA payroll regulations, PAYE and UIF. Proficiency with VIP Payroll or Sage Payroll and Excel is preferred, with responsibilities including data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Payroll Practitioner qualification is advantageous.
• Experience with SA payroll regulations (PAYE, UIF).
• Proficiency with payroll software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly).
• Calculate and manage deductions (PAYE, UIF, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations.
• Maintain payroll records for hires, terminations, and changes.
• Reconcile payroll data with general ledger.
• Resolve employee payroll queries promptly.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Payroll Practitioner qualification (advantage)

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage Payroll

Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage all aspects of payroll processing for their employees in Soweto . This role is crucial for ensuring timely and accurate payment of salaries, deductions, and statutory contributions. You will be responsible for maintaining payroll records, resolving payroll discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills and a commitment to confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive employee data. This is an important position within the HR and Finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and efficiently on a regular basis (e.g., weekly, bi-weekly, monthly).
• Calculate and manage employee deductions, including PAYE, UIF, and other statutory contributions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws, tax legislation, and company policies related to payroll.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employee status.
• Reconcile payroll data with general ledger accounts.
• Address and resolve payroll-related queries from employees and management promptly and professionally.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax reports to relevant authorities in Soweto .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Payroll Practitioner qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in payroll processing and accounting.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll regulations, tax laws (PAYE), and labor legislation.
• Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage Payroll) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills for managing employee queries in Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development in payroll management.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A stable work environment with a focus on employee welfare.
• Contribution to a provident fund in South Africa .