Employee Benefits Department Accountant

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Payroll
Accountant to join their dynamic Employee Benefits team. This is a key role
focused on managing end-to-end payroll accounting across multiple geographies
(South Africa, wider Africa, and the UK), ensuring financial accuracy,
statutory compliance, and operational efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional
with a passion for payroll, sharp analytical capabilities, and a strong
understanding of payroll systems and legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the full payroll process including general ledger
management, payroll data verification, and processing for RSA, other African
countries, and the UK.

Ensure compliance with relevant payroll and tax legislation
across jurisdictions.

Maintain accurate payroll records and produce required
reports for internal stakeholders and statutory bodies.

Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
promptly.

Partner with the Employee Benefits team to maintain
up-to-date employee payroll data.

Support internal and external audits relating to payroll and
employee benefits.

Continuously improve payroll processes for efficiency and
accuracy.

Provide additional support to the finance and accounting
teams as needed.

Qualifications &
Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related
field.

Minimum 4 years' relevant experience:

3+ years in accounting with a focus on payroll and accounts
payable.

2+ years of team leadership experience.

Strong knowledge of South African payroll and tax laws;
exposure to other African countries and the UK is advantageous.

Expertise in payroll systems (Oracle preferred) and
Microsoft Excel.

Demonstrated experience in preparing accurate and detailed
financial reports.

Proven ability to manage and mentor a high-performing team.

Experience with maintaining dividend statements and
cross-border budgeting/forecasting.

Core Competencies:

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced setting.

Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive information.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Independent worker with proactive mindset and team spirit.

Highly adaptable, reliable, and resilient.

If you're a payroll professional looking to make an impact
within a respected HR function, this is your chance to join a progressive team
in a key strategic role.