Payroll Accountant

SUMMARY:
Payroll Accountant
Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town
Industry: Textile Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
 
Our client, an established company within the textile manufacturing industry, is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Payroll Accountant to take ownership of its payroll function. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the monthly payroll process, reviewing weekly wage payrolls, overseeing payroll accounting and ensuring full statutory compliance. This is a key finance role requiring strong technical payroll expertise, financial acumen and exceptional attention to detail.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of the monthly payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing through PaySpace. Drive payroll accuracy through thorough reviews, reconciliations and internal control processes. Review weekly wage payrolls, validating time and attendance records, overtime, leave, rates and deductions. Manage payroll accounting activities, including general ledger reconciliations, payroll journals, provisions and third-party deductions. Ensure compliance with all statutory payroll obligations, including PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, EMP501 and IRP5 submissions. Work closely with Finance, HR and Operations to maintain payroll data integrity and compliance. Assist with external audits and payroll-related compliance initiatives. Identify opportunities to strengthen payroll controls, improve efficiencies and enhance overall payroll processes. Drive continuous improvement and maintain strong payroll governance. Requirements Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Payroll Administration or a related discipline. 3-5 years' proven payroll experience within a medium to large organisation. Strong working experience with PaySpace. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Sound knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory compliance requirements. Experience managing payroll reconciliations, controls and reporting processes. Experience within a manufacturing, industrial or high-volume payroll environment will be highly advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and accountability. Ability to identify and challenge discrepancies while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work across Finance, HR and Operations. Please email your CV to Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.