Bookkeeper Junior Payroll Administrator Durban

BOOKKEEPER / JUNIOR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

Permanent South Africa
Salary: Market-related based on skills and experience

About the Company

A well-established and diversified South African business is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Junior Payroll Administrator to join its small professional team.

The business manages a portfolio of South African and offshore entities including property-owning entities start-up businesses and trusts. The successful candidate will work within a professional open-plan and collaborative environment characterised by a flat structure direct communication and a strong focus on accountability and achieving outcomes.

This is a varied role suited to someone who is comfortable taking ownership of both bookkeeping and payroll administration while also assisting with general office and employee-related administration.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Financial Administration

• Process and reconcile cashbooks.
• Capture and process supplier invoices.
• Reconcile supplier accounts.
• Prepare payment packs and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Complete general filing and financial administration.
• Provide ad hoc administrative support as required.

Payroll Administration

• Gather and verify all payroll input data.
• Process monthly payroll accurately and timeously.
• Calculate commissions shift allowances overtime increases bonuses and other payroll adjustments.
• Prepare and process all payroll-related payments.
• Generate payroll reports and provide relevant payroll information to management and consultants.
• Monitor and maintain employee leave balances.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Maintain and update payroll systems.
• Assist employees with payroll-related queries.
• Manage payroll-related filing and documentation.
• Attend to payroll-related SARS audits and verification requests.
• Ensure payroll-related statutory compliance requirements are met.
• Attend to Provident Fund Medical Aid and other third-party submissions.
• Maintain effective relationships with brokers and relevant service providers.
• Compile and provide information required by consultants for EMP501 submissions Workmens Compensation and Employment Equity requirements.

Office & Employee Administration

• Arrange and oversee office and property maintenance.
• Assist with coordinating the employee social calendar and company events.
• Assist with employee gifting and related arrangements.
• Maintain accurate employee records.
• Provide general administrative support to the management team as required.

Minimum Requirements

• 5 years relevant experience in bookkeeping and payroll administration.
• A tertiary qualification in Accounting Finance Payroll or a related field Diploma or Degree.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills including the ability to work with formulas.
• Practical experience with payroll processing and related statutory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good understanding of payroll administration and financial record keeping.

Key Attributes

The successful candidate will be:

• Mature reliable and stable.
• Ethical and trustworthy.
• Highly organised with strong time-management skills.
• A strong communicator with good interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership.
• A confident problem solver.
• Able to prioritise confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Positive committed and professional in their approach.

Working Environment

The company operates from an open-plan office with a flat organisational structure. The successful candidate will work closely with the relevant managers and a small team making communication accountability and the ability to work independently particularly important.

The environment is professional deadline-driven and outcomes-focused while maintaining a strong emphasis on teamwork and positive working relationships.

Company Values

The organisation is guided by the following values:

Accountability Positive Attitude Commitment Respect Family Trust Honesty Integrity Loyalty Enjoyment

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper / Junior Payroll Administrator who enjoys a varied role takes ownership of your work and is looking for a stable position within a professional and close-knit environment we would like to hear from you.