Payroll Accountant

SUMMARY:
An opportunity for a Payroll Accountant for one of our clients in the legal industry to be based in Cape Town. To start ASAP 6 MONTHS CONTRACT WITH A POSSIBILITY TO PERM APPOINTMENT

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities :

• Monthly processing of payroll input including collating and processing information for starters and leavers
• Extensive liaison, relationship management and quality control of the payroll software service provider.
• Detailed monthly reconciliation of the payroll reports to the income statements and balance sheet accounts for all entities
• Preparation of audit specific calculations.
• Preparation and processing of journals.
• Liaison with other departments and resolution of queries pertaining to the payroll
• Co-ordination, analysis and capturing of benefits
• Assisting external auditors as and when required in this area
• Assisting with the administration of annual salary increases
• Other ad hoc wider tasks as and when required

Requirements : 

• Post matric qualification with payroll and HR administration training (including a sound knowledge of payroll related legislation)
• Qualification in accounting practices will be advantageous
• 3-5 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of African payroll will be an advantage
• Experience of working with a large payroll of 1000+ employees
• Experience working on Praxima payroll system is highly advantageous

Only Candidates that meet the above requirements will be considered for this position.

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