Our client based in the Northern Suburbs is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their team.Desired Experience & Qualification Diploma in Accounting/HR or relevant degree 5 + years payroll processing & accounting experience essential Legislation knowledge of the Labour relations, Basic conditions of employment Act, SARS – PAYE etc. Sage Pastel & Pastel Payroll Excellent verbal and written communication Intermediate level of experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel Duties & Responsibilities Ad hoc duties Monthly processing up to trial balance Processing of bank reconciliation Preparation and submission VAT201 return Adhering to agreed deadlines Assistance provided to Financial Manager as needed Support auditors with year-end audits Maintains the fixed asset register Process bi-weekly and monthly salaries and salary related transactions Maintaining employee records (contracts) Provide an effective and efficient salary processing administrative service Processing payable hours, overtime, commissions, bonuses, tax, PAYE, UIF, EMP 201, EMP501 Continuously review systems and processes to improve efficiency and cost savings Staying informed and keeping abreast of company policies, tax legislation and system changes that impact on remuneration and payroll functions Ensuring benefits are captured and processed correctly Provide a cost-effective payroll administration service compliant with corporate governance and statutory requirements Submission of NBCRFI, MIBCO, Old Mutual, Workmen's Compensation, EE etc. Facilitates Injury on Duty and Workmen's Comp processes with Local Dept of Labour Dealing with all wage/salary queries To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to natasha@personastaff.co.zaPlease note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.Persona staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant, all personal information is protected according to legislation. Applying for any of our available vacancies, you give Persona Staff consent to process your Personal Information for Recruitment Purposes, according to the POPI ACT, 2013. If you have any concerns regarding your Personal Information and our compliance towards the legislation, you are welcome to request out POPI Act Policy.#J-18808-Ljbffr