Accounting Officer – Payroll & Benefits

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

2554951901

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We’re Hiring: Payroll/Benefits Accountant

An exciting contract opportunity has opened up at a leading law firm in Sandton (CBD).

Role: Payroll/Benefits Accountant
Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Contract: Month-to-month

Key Responsibilities:

Compile payroll input and payroll accounting to trial balance
Reconciliations of payroll and benefits accounts
Coordinate benefits-related payments (medical aid, provident fund, etc.)
Statutory reporting to SARS (PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201/501)
Month-end payroll journals, reporting & reconciliations
Partner earnings schedules & loan statements

Requirements:

B.Com Accounting or 3-year Accounting diploma (articles advantageous)
3–5 years’ payroll, benefits, and accounting experience (professional services preferred)
Advanced Excel skills
Strong statutory compliance knowledge

This is a fantastic chance to join a respected firm on a flexible contract basis.

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