Hire Resolve is proud to partner with a leading financial services company in their search for a Payroll Administrator / Accountant to join their dynamic team based in Pretoria. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a reputable group known for its commitment to financial excellence and operational integrity.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the Group’s payroll processes in collaboration with the HR team, while also taking responsibility for accounting functions within the Institutional Cluster. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for numbers and compliance, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Responsibilities 

Payroll Duties

Philosophy:

• Ensure payroll information is accurate and verified before processing.

Processes:

• Process monthly transactions (appointments, terminations, increases, transfers, deductions).

• Prepare maternity leave calculations and staff deductions.

• Apply and enforce Group payroll policies and procedures.

• Communicate payroll deadlines, policies, and procedures.

• Prepare monthly reconciliations (salaries, tax, medical aid, provident fund).

• Generate payroll reports for business units and management.

• Submit payment requisitions for all salary-related transactions.

• Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documents.

• Register companies with SARS, Workmen’s Compensation, and the Department of Labour.

• Prepare and reconcile statutory declarations (EMP201, EMP501, UIF, Compensation).

• Issue IRP5s and payslips to employees.

• Manage Medical Aid and Provident Fund portals.

• Support HR with processes and information, such as dummy payslips and leave calculations.

• Liaise with PaySpace consultants and administer payroll system controls.

• Assist employees with payroll-related queries through the internal ticketing system.

Accounting Duties

General Accounting:

• Review cash books, bank reconciliations, and the Fixed Asset Register.

• Review journal entries and perform routine/non-routine transaction calculations.

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and account schedules.

• Ensure accuracy of intercompany transactions and confirmations.

• Review payroll reconciliations and related journal entries.

• Validate customer and supplier age analysis and resolve variances.

Procurement and Suppliers:

• Review source documents and completeness of supporting records.

• Monitor and enforce supplier payment terms.

• Ensure timely creation of customer and supplier accounts on Sage X3.

Sales & Revenue:

• Maintain revenue and accrued income calculations.

• Validate supporting documents against submitted data.

Cost of Sales:

• Prepare referral commission and variable cost accruals.

• Ensure timely payment processing for commissions.

Management Information:

• Assist in preparing management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow.

• Develop templates and maintain management information.

Treasury:

• Oversee bookkeeper functions related to cash flow.

• Ensure the accuracy of weekly and long-term cash flows.

• Review and release payments via banking platforms.

Taxation:

• Prepare VAT reconciliations and maintain SARS account records.

• Ensure compliance with tax deadlines and maintain valid tax clearance.

Requirements

• Certificate in Payroll or equivalent

• BCom or BCompt (Accounting) or equivalent qualification

• Minimum 6 years in payroll administration, preferably within a financial services company

• Minimum 5 years in accounting

• Payroll processes and legislation (Labour Law, SARS requirements, tax directives)

• Accounting standards and principles

• Systems: PaySpace (advantageous), Sage X3, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Draftworx

• Strong process adherence

• Planning and organizational ability

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving

• Clear and effective communication

• Ability to work under pressure

• Focus on process automation

• Methodical and detail-oriented

• Team-oriented

• Disciplined and focused

• Self-motivated and accurate

• Eager to learn

Benefiits 

• Market-related salary

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

  • Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
  • Please use "Payroll Administrator/Accountant" as your subject line when applying via email 

  We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise