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Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator
Recruiter:
Communicate Recruitment
Job Ref:
CTF022797/JL
Date posted:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
Salary:
570 000 Annually
SUMMARY:
An established, fast‑moving organisation is seeking an experienced Accountant & HR Payroll Administrator. This is a critical, hands‑on role within a small finance team, requiring someone who can step in quickly, take ownership, and manage multiple deadlines across accounting, payroll and statutory compliance.The role suits a self‑sufficient, detail‑driven finance professional who thrives in a high‑accountability environment and is comfortable operating end‑to‑end.
POSITION INFO:
Full accounting function up to management accounts pack level
Process monthly journals including accruals, provisions and depreciation
Cashbook management, bank reconciliations and cash‑flow forecasting
Maintain sub‑ledger reconciliations (debtors, creditors, intercompany, GL)
Maintain and update the fixed asset register
Prepare and submit monthly management reporting packs
End‑to‑end payroll processing, including payslips, reimbursements and leave administration
Prepare, submit and manage all statutory returns (PAYE, SDL, UIF, VAT, ROE, IT14SD, STATS SA, etc.)
Liaise with SARS, banks, external auditors, insurers and advisors
Support internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls
Manage insurance administration and claims
Assist with ad‑hoc finance and reporting requirements
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar full‑function accounting role
Strong payroll administration experience
Proven SARS e‑Filing and statutory compliance experience
Experience in preparing management accounts
Strong Excel skills
Experience with mid‑tier ERP systems – advantageous
Ability to operate independently and manage competing deadlines
Qualification:
Diploma OR Degree in Accounting OR Finance
Contact Joshua Lawrence on , quoting the Ref: CTF022797.
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