Make your next big career move by applying as KMC Solutions’ next ACCOUNTING AND PAYROLL SPECIALIST
This role is responsible for a detailed, efficient, proactive and responsive approach to the end-to-end Payroll operations and supporting the completion of accurate and timely day-to-day finance operations, bank reconciliation, month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations. The role will support the Company Accountant, Group Financial Controller, GMs and Directors across the business, as well as involvement in the refinement and implementation of the Cachet Group’s overarching financial and HR strategy.
On top of your salary, here are the exciting benefits you can look forward to:
HMO on Day 1 plus 1 free dependent
Group Life Insurance
Unused leave monetization
Fixed weekends off
Birthday Leave
Wellness Leave
The main responsibilities of a ACCOUNTING AND PAYROLL SPECIALIST include:
Responsibilities
Payroll:
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Maintain accurate employee HR records, including leave records, salary adjustments and employment changes.
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Onboarding new staff
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Provide timely support on HR and payroll related queries from employees and managers.
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Process monthly and out-of-cycle payrolls accurately and on schedule.
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Oversee and streamline leave management processes.
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Prepare payroll reports, including variance analysis report and leave liability report for management’s review.
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Prepare payroll payment file and month end payroll journals.
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Action ad hoc payroll and reporting request as directed.
Accounting:
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Assist day-to-day accounting operations as directed, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
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Assist month end closing process as directed, including but not limit to preparing month end journals, preparing month end financial statements, preparing monthly reconciliations
Process Improvements: Support implementation of system improvements, automation tools and continuous process improvement to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Stakeholder Management: Work collaboratively with the Finance team and local GMs to ensure smooth finance operation.
Office and Administration: Provide general support to team members when and where required with any additional workload, including filing all office documentation related to administration and finance.
Key Performance Indicators
Payroll
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Manage employee HR and leave records accurately
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Process leave requests promptly with proactively follow up for missing information
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Keep HR and payroll records confidential and secure
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Monthly payroll processed on time with 100% accuracy
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Payroll variance report and Leave liability report submitted on time
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Monthly end payroll journals prepared and submitted on time with no error
Accounting
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Complete assigned daily and weekly tasks timely and accurately
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Complete month end closing according to the month-end timetable
Stakeholder Management
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Demonstrates professionalism and responsiveness in all internal and external interactions
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Delivers timely support and finance insights, with positive feedback noted in reviews
Office and Administration
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Responds flexibly to needs outside core responsibilities without compromising quality
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Files are complete, logically organized and retrievable without delay; follows naming conventions consistently
To apply, you must be an expert on the following requirements:
- At least 3-5 years Of experience in payroll administration, accounting, finance operations, or a similar role.
- Experience in payroll processing, employee records management, leave administration, and payroll reporting.
- Experience supporting accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end
closing activities. - System: Employment Hero/ Jonas premier/ Gusto (preference) any tool can be considered
- AU/ NZ/ US experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Other payroll/accounting systems.
- AR/Ap/General Accounting/Month end and posting journal 50%
- Payroll 50%
It will also be favorable if you are knowledgeable in:
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Pragmatic and analytical approach to problem solving.
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Business literacy & numeracy ability to ensure relevant, timely & accurate reporting
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Excellent interpersonal skills including partnership & teamwork.
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Strong communication & relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
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Highly motivated self‐starter, able to work on own initiative.
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Very organized with the ability to effectively prioritize time and work.
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Able to maintain confidentiality, where appropriate.
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Have a calm, pleasant, confident and helpful manner.
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Able to fit into a young, energetic and passionate team.
Finance & Accounting
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