Introduction
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team. The Payroll Accountant will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll finance and ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant financial regulations. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of payroll and accounting principles, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly Revenue and Company Admin fee Schedules for submission to the finance department
• Preparation of monthly salary cost journals
• Review accuracy and approve salary-related payments against supporting documentation
• Monthly payroll statistical reporting
• Banking administration, resolving any related queries, ensuring users are updated at all times
• Submission of Staff training schedules, ensuring compliance with regards to OHS on all training
• Daily Cash Flow Reporting
• RMA/WCA administration, resolve any related queries, ensure letters of good standing is in place, register new businesses when necessary
• Administrator on CWS System, ensure the system is up to date at all times
• Ensure adherence to POPIA at the office
• Review and maintenance of adequate internal control procedures within the payroll department
• General office duties (Orders)
• Assistance with the information required for the budgeting process
• Review monthly results for the payroll department and compare them against the budget
• Processing of payroll-related journal entries
• Monthly preparation of payroll bank reconciliations
• Monthly payroll control accounts reconciliation preparation and resolving queries
• Assisting and providing supporting documentation to internal and external auditors
• Any ad hoc items where assistance may be required

Desired Experience & Qualification
Finance Diploma or BCom Accounting

Minimum 5 years experience in a Payroll /Accounting role

Sage 300 will be advantageous

MS Excel, Accounting and payroll system experience

Package & Remuneration
R 40 000 - R 45 000 per month