Payroll Accountant
Posted on 2025-03-30
| Employer | Network Finance |
|---|---|
| Salary | 45000 |
| Category | Finance Accounting |
| Location | Gauteng / Midrand |
Job Summary
My client is looking for a highly motivated Payroll Accountant to take on a key role in the financial operations of our business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining payroll accounting duties, general ledger management, and supporting various finance and payroll-related activities to ensure smooth operations and accurate reporting.
Key
Responsibilities:
– Payroll Accounting & GL Management
o Process and reconcile monthly payroll entries, ensuring integration into the Sage X3 ERP system.
o Maintain the general ledger, including preparing journal entries, coding invoices, and account reconciliations.
o Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and provide commentary, including intercompany invoicing.
o Record and maintain accurate documentation of payroll and related accounting data.
o Assist payroll and finance teams with headcount reconciliations and ensuring data is aligned with finance requirements.
– Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
o Assist with month-end closing, balancing journals, and clearing GL accounts.
o Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
o Prepare monthly payroll journal entries and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc projects.
o Collate daily cash flow figures and assist with cashbook payments as required.
o Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
– Audit & Compliance Support
o Assist external auditors with year-end audits, including preparation of schedules, providing supporting documentation, and explaining procedures.
o Prepare year-end audit reports, reconciliations, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
– Ad-Hoc & Miscellaneous Duties
o Assist with the administration of off-payroll payments.
o Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
o Perform ad-hoc finance projects for specific business units.
Requirements:
– Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (BCom) or related field.
– Proven experience in payroll accounting, preferably in an FMCG or similar industry.
– Strong understanding of general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
– Familiarity with Sage X3 ERP system is highly advantageous.
– Knowledge of financial reporting, auditing, and compliance requirements.
– Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
– Proficiency in MS Excel and other accounting software.
– Excellent organizational and communication skills.
– Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
– Available to start immediately.
Payroll Accountant position available in Gauteng, Midrand. This job position was posted by Network Finance. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-03-30 at 01:14:49 in the Finance Accounting category
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