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 responsibilities
Payroll 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.