Finance, Payroll & HR Lead

A well-established tableware manufacturing company is hiring a Finance, Payroll and HR Lead to join their organisation. This comprehensive position is pivotal to driving administrative excellence across the financial, payroll, and human resource functions. The role acts as a vital foundation for operational stability, taking ownership of transactional accuracy, statutory compliance, and smooth day-to-day workflow execution to support organisational sustainability. It is designed for a meticulous administrative generalist who excels at multi-tasking and maintaining robust control systems within a structured environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Administration & Controls: Manage transactional accounting workflows including full debtors functions, creditor age analysis tracking, daily cash flow monitoring, and complete monthly bank reconciliations. General Ledger & Compliance: Process month-end journal entries, manage fixed asset registers, and compile accurate VAT reconciliations for timely SARS submissions. End-to-End Payroll Management: Oversee the punctual processing of weekly wages and monthly salaries, including time, attendance, leave auditing, and EMP201 submissions. HR & Benefits Administration: Maintain confidential employee records, support onboarding/termination processes, and administer pension funds, medical schemes, UIF, and COID documentation. Workplace Relations & Treasury: Coordinate administrative documentation for disciplinary matters, maintain SEESA and BEE records, and oversee petty cash controls. Requirements Requirements Proven professional experience handling a combined bookkeeping, payroll, and HR administration desk. Strong practical knowledge of South African statutory frameworks (SARS eFiling, VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and labour legislation) Exceptional attention to detail, robust reconciliation skills, and an uncompromising approach to handling confidential data Practical working knowledge and understanding of VIP Payroll and Pastel Evolution. Preferred Qualifications A relevant tertiary qualification or professional certification in Financial Administration, Bookkeeping, Payroll, or HR Management Benefits Permanent role On-site in Maitland, Cape Town Flexibility can be accommodated if required (e.g. earlier start and finish time) 25% staff discount on products bought from the factory shop