Permanent - Payroll Accountant HR Administrator - Wynberg Sandton Johannesburg - South Africa

Job Number: 80486


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80486
Permanent
Payroll Accountant HR Administrator
Microsoft
Building - Construction
Wynberg Sandton Johannesburg
Gauteng
South Africa
  • Accurate and timely review of monthly payroll, payroll accounting, oversight of statutory submissions and general HR administration
  • The position ensures compliance with applicable tax, payroll and employment legislation while maintaining accurate employee and financial records
  • Tasks detailed below provide a broad overview of the position. Due to the nature of WBHO's work and the position, there may be additional activities prescribed by Management from time to time
  • Review monthly payroll accurately and within required deadlines (excludes director payroll), investigate payroll variances and evaluate reasons for variances 

     

     

    1st check before final sign-off by Group HR Manager

     

     

  • 1st review of monthly EMP201 returns
  • Assist with EMP501 reconciliations and submissions if required
  • Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies
  • Prepare payroll journals and related accounting entries
  • Review and approve payroll journals and cost allocations from payroll staff
  • Review & approve employee payments and third-party payments accurately
  • Prepare payroll reports and schedules for management and financial reporting
  • Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures
  • Assist with financial and payroll audits by providing supporting documentation
  • Respond to salary-related queries from site management
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, payroll and financial information
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files
  • Prepare employment packages, salary adjustment packages, confirmation letters and other HR documentation
  • Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding processes

  • Assist with recruitment administration
  • Maintain accurate HR information on BLU Employee Masterfile and HR systems
  • Assist with employee benefits and medical aid/provident fund administration where applicable
  • Assist with HR reports (including employee STATS reports & various Board reports), monthly, quarterly and annual submissions
  • Prepare information and reports for Scorecard audits and annual EE submissions
  • Assist with employee-related administration
  • Ensure HR records and processes comply with company policies and applicable South African legislation
  • Ensure payroll calculations comply with applicable requirements in RSA and Africa
  • Assist with EMP201 and EMP501 submissions and reconciliations
  • Apply relevant provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) and other applicable employment legislation
  • Maintain records required for payroll, HR and statutory purposes where required
  • Assist with compliance audits and inspections where required
  • Ensure employee information is processed in accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements

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  • Diploma, degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, Payroll, Human Resources or a related field.
  • 5–10 years' experience in payroll and HR administration
  • At least 5 years finance and accounting experience
  • Practical experience with payroll processing
  • Knowledge of PAYE, UIF, SDL and SARS payroll requirements
  • Experience with EMP201 and EMP501 processes
  • Good understanding of South African employment legislation
  • Good understanding of African employment legislation preferable (not a requirement)
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Experience with accounting and/or payroll software

  • Strong numerical and reconciliation abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Accounting, Finance, Payroll, Human Redources or Related Field
Bachelors
Available

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