Requirements:

Diploma in Accounting/HR or relevant degree
5 + years payroll processing & accounting experience essential
Legislation knowledge of the Labour relations, Basic conditions of employment Act, SARS PAYE etc.
Sage Pastel & Pastel Payroll
Excellent verbal and written communication
Intermediate level of experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Responsibilities:

Ad hoc duties
Monthly processing up to trial balance
Processing of bank reconciliation
Preparation and submission VAT201 return
Adhering to agreed deadlines Assistance provided to Financial Manager as needed
Support auditors with year-end audits
Maintains the fixed asset register
Process bi-weekly and monthly salaries and salary related transactions
Maintaining employee records (contracts)
Provide an effective and efficient salary processing administrative service
Processing payable hours, overtime, commissions, bonuses, tax, PAYE, UIF, EMP201 and EMP501.
Continuously review systems and processes to improve efficiency and cost savings
Staying informed and keeping abreast of company policies, tax legislation and system changes that impact on remuneration and payroll functions
Ensuring benefits are captured and processed correctly
Provide a cost-effective payroll administration service compliant with corporate governance and statutory requirements
Submission of NBCRFI, MIBCO, Old Mutual, Workmen's Compensation, EE etc.
Facilitates Injury on Duty and Workmen's Comp processes with Local Dept of Labour
Dealing with all wage/salary queries