Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator

About

An established, fast‑moving organisation is seeking an experienced Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator. This is a critical, hands‑on role within a small finance team, requiring someone who can step in quickly, take ownership, and manage multiple deadlines across accounting, payroll and statutory compliance.The role suits a self‑sufficient, detail‑driven finance professional who thrives in a high‑accountability environment and is comfortable operating end‑to‑end.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Full accounting function up to management accounts pack level
• Process monthly journals including accruals, provisions and depreciation
• Cashbook management, bank reconciliations and cash‑flow forecasting
• Maintain sub‑ledger reconciliations (debtors, creditors, intercompany, GL)
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register
• Prepare and submit monthly management reporting packs
• End‑to‑end payroll processing, including payslips, reimbursements and leave administration
• Prepare, submit and manage all statutory returns (PAYE, SDL, UIF, VAT, ROE, IT14SD, STATS SA, etc.)
• Liaise with SARS, banks, external auditors, insurers and advisors
• Support internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls
• Manage insurance administration and claims
• Assist with ad‑hoc finance and reporting requirements

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar full‑function accounting role
• Strong payroll administration experience
• Proven SARS e‑Filing and statutory compliance experience
• Experience in preparing management accounts
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with mid‑tier ERP systems - advantageous
• Ability to operate independently and manage competing deadlines

Qualification

• Diploma OR Degree in Accounting OR Finance

Package & Remuneration

R 570 000 - R 670 000 - Annually