Permanent
Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator
Unknown, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: West Coast Personnel
Join a global leader in payments and automated fuel management solutions! We are looking for a skilled Accountant & Payroll Administrator to handle full accounting, payroll, statutory compliance, and international reporting in a dynamic, high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Processing
- Full accounting function including journal entries, invoicing, accruals, and depreciation.
- Cashbook management, bank reconciliations, and sub-ledger reconciliations.
- Transaction processing, fixed asset register maintenance, and cash flow forecasting.
- Open and close accounting periods in ERP systems.
Payroll Administration
- End-to-end payroll processing, payslip distribution, and reimbursements.
- Maintain employee records and manage leave administration.
Statutory Compliance
- Prepare, submit, and pay PAYE, SDL, UIF, VAT, Return of Earnings, Workman’s Compensation, STATS SA, IT14SD, and CEB01.
- Liaise with banks, insurers, advisors, company secretarial firms, and SARS.
Group Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare and submit monthly management accounts (USD & ZAR) for review.
- Provide reports for SOX compliance and international group reporting.
Audit & Insurance Support
- Assist with annual audits and maintain internal controls.
- Manage company insurance coverage and claims.
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- B.Com Accounting, National Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent.
- SAIPA (Professional Accountant SA) or CIMA qualified/part-qualified.
- 3–5 years post-qualification experience in full-function accounting roles.
- Strong statutory compliance knowledge: PAYE, VAT, SDL/UIF, IT14SD, Return of Earnings, STATS SA.
- Payroll processing experience and management accounts preparation.
Advantageous
- Experience with AI tools, Oracle ERP, Sage 300, SAP Business One, or Pastel Payroll.
- Exposure to intercompany accounting, foreign currency transactions, and SOX compliance.
Key Competencies
- Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS for SMEs, SA tax legislation).
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to meet concurrent deadlines.
- Strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholder engagement.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
- Professional integrity and confidentiality.