Senior Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist (Pastel)

Hedz Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant to manage bookkeeping and payroll operations for diverse clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting, strong knowledge of Pastel accounting and payroll systems, and the ability to handle payroll for large teams. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of comprehensive Bookkeeping and Payroll experience.
• Proficiency in Pastel accounting and Pastel Payroll is non-negotiable.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function for multiple companies.
• Process and oversee payroll for up to 1200 employees.
• Handle tax return preparations and submissions.

Skills

Pastel accounting

Payroll management

Compliance with tax regulations

Financial reporting

Education

Relevant diploma / Certificate in Accounting / Bookkeeping

Certificate in Pastel

Tools

Pastel accounting software

Pastel Payroll

Job description

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant to manage bookkeeping and payroll operations for diverse clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting, strong knowledge of Pastel accounting and payroll systems, and the ability to handle payroll for large teams. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.