Description:
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:
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Ensure payroll information is accurate and verified before processing.
Processes:
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Process monthly transactions (appointments, terminations, increases, transfers, deductions).
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Prepare maternity leave calculations and staff deductions.
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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.
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Register companies with SARS, Workmen’s Compensation, and the Department of Labour.
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Prepare and reconcile statutory declarations (EMP201, EMP501, UIF, Compensation).
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Issue IRP5s and payslips to employees.
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Manage Medical Aid and Provident Fund portals.
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Support HR with processes and information, such as dummy payslips and leave calculations.
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Liaise with PaySpace consultants and administer payroll system controls.
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Assist employees with payroll-related queries through the internal ticketing system.
Accounting Duties
General Accounting:
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Review cash books, bank reconciliations, and the Fixed Asset Register.
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Review journal entries and perform routine/non-routine transaction calculations.
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Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and account schedules.
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Ensure accuracy of intercompany transactions and confirmations.
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Review payroll reconciliations and related journal entries.
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Validate customer and supplier age analysis and resolve variances.
Procurement and Suppliers:
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Review source documents and completeness of supporting records.
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Monitor and enforce supplier payment terms.
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Ensure timely creation of customer and supplier accounts on Sage X3.
Sales & Revenue:
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Maintain revenue and accrued income calculations.
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Validate supporting documents against submitted data.
Cost of Sales:
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Prepare referral commission and variable cost accruals.
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Ensure timely payment processing for commissions.
Management Information:
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Assist in preparing management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow.
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Develop templates and maintain management information.
Treasury:
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Oversee bookkeeper functions related to cash flow.
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Ensure the accuracy of weekly and long-term cash flows.
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Review and release payments via banking platforms.
Taxation:
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Prepare VAT reconciliations and maintain SARS account records.
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Ensure compliance with tax deadlines and maintain valid tax clearance.
Requirements
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Certificate in Payroll or equivalent
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BCom or BCompt (Accounting) or equivalent qualification
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Minimum 6 years in payroll administration, preferably within a financial services company
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Minimum 5 years in accounting
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Payroll processes and legislation (Labour Law, SARS requirements, tax directives)
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Accounting standards and principles
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Systems: PaySpace (advantageous), Sage X3, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Draftworx
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Strong process adherence
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Planning and organizational ability
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Analytical thinking and problem-solving
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Clear and effective communication
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Ability to work under pressure
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Focus on process automation
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Methodical and detail-oriented
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Team-oriented
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Disciplined and focused
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Self-motivated and accurate
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Eager to learn
Benefiits
- Market-related salary
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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: gustav.vogel@hireresolve.us
- 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
Requirements:
-
Ensure payroll information is accurate and verified before processing.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Maintain revenue and accrued income calculations.
-
Validate supporting documents against submitted data.
-
Prepare referral commission and variable cost accruals.
-
Ensure timely payment processing for commissions.
-
Assist in preparing management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow.
-
Develop templates and maintain management information.
-
Oversee bookkeeper functions related to cash flow.
-
Ensure the accuracy of weekly and long-term cash flows.
-
Review and release payments via banking platforms.
-
Prepare VAT reconciliations and maintain SARS account records.
-
Ensure compliance with tax deadlines and maintain valid tax clearance.
-
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
- 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: gustav.vogel@hireresolve.us
- 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
- 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: gustav.vogel@hireresolve.us
- Please use " Payroll Administrator/Accountant" as your subject line when applying via email