Accounting & Payroll Manager

1 week ago

George, Western Cape, South Africa ARVO Full time R420 000 - R540 000 per year
Accounting & Payroll Manager

Our client is seeking a technically strong, well-spoken Accounting & Payroll Manager to oversee monthly accounting, payroll, and compliance for a portfolio of entities. You'll manage deadlines end-to-end, guide a small team, and keep reporting and statutory submissions audit-ready.

  • Location: Office based in George.
  • Position Type: Full time, on-site, permanent position.
  • Salary offered: Between R35 000-R45 000 per month, dependent on ideal candidate's experience.
Key responsibilitiesPayroll oversight
  • Manage and review payroll processing and monthly cut-offs for multiple entities.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements (SARS, Department of Labour), including EMP201, IRP5 (interim & annual), UIF and COIDA submissions, EasyFile administration, and new registrations.
  • Lead and support the payroll function; handle client/stakeholder queries timeously.
Accounting & VAT
  • Oversee monthly accounting close and reporting timelines.
  • Review bookkeeping and management accounts; complete processing for allocated clients.
  • Perform core reconciliations (bank, suppliers, customers) and prepare journals to trial balance.
  • Prepare VAT calculations and submissions; support SARS reviews and follow-ups.
  • Provide day-to-day guidance to a team of bookkeepers.

Requirements

Qualifications & experience
  • Degree in Finance/Accounting (essential).
  • SAIPA/SAICA articles completed, plus 2+ years' post-articles experience in an audit/accounting-firm environment.
  • Solid software proficiency across Sage, Sage One, Sage Payroll Professional, and Xero (other systems advantageous).
You'll be a great fit if you
  • Excel at oversight and compliance across both accounting and payroll.
  • Are detail-focused, organised, and comfortable owning deadlines.
  • Communicate clearly with clients and colleagues, and can work independently or in a team.
  • Are adaptable, tech-savvy, and take ownership from start to finish.

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