Post: Accountant Payroll
Post Reference: 20001497

With more than 34400 students, and approximately 1700 members of staff, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is a leading university of technology proudly located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg, along the warm east coast of South Africa. Founded in April 2002 through the historic merger of the former ML Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal, DUT has evolved into a modern, metropolitan, multi-campus university with roots tracing back to 1907.

Today, DUT is recognised nationally and internationally for its excellence in teaching and learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement. A proud member of the International Association of Universities, DUT continues to expand its influence across South Africa and the world. In the 2025 Webometrics Rankings, DUT was ranked among the Top 6% of all universities and colleges worldwide, reflecting its academic excellence, research impact and strong global visibility.

DUT’s Philosophy of Education, “Our creativity and innovation shapes adaptive graduates who transform society” reflects the institution’s deep commitment to meaningful impact for societal transformation. Guided by its inspirational and aspirational ENVISION2030 strategy, which is rooted in DUT’s DNA of being ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’ and underpinned by its bespoke Living Values Framework, DUT focuses on ‘contributing to the improvement of lives and livelihoods’.

The University comprises six diverse Faculties:

1. Accounting and Informatics
2. Applied Science
3. Arts & Design
4. Engineering and the Built Environment
5. Health Sciences
6. Management Sciences

DUT also includes a Business School and the award-winning Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT), amongst other research centres and institutes, reinforcing its role as a hub for knowledge, innovation and societal impact. Over the years, the University substantially grown its research output, dominating the UoT sector. This is evidenced by the steady increase of NRF-rated researchers and the notable, unprecedented award of seven NRF SARCHi Chairs in 2025. This impetus helps us to remain deeply engaged with our communities glocally, thereby transforming societies and economies.

At DUT, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering people to make a real difference. If you are passionate about contributing to education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement, DUT offers the ideal environment - Creative. Distinctive. Impactful.

• B Degree in Accounting, or any other relevant qualification (NQF Level 7).
• Registration with a reputable accounting body.
• 3 - 5 years Payroll experience, preferably in a higher education sector.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and rules such as UIF, Tax , Skills Levies, PAYE, WCA.
• Understanding of IFRS and other relevant accounting standards.
• Understanding of payroll-related practices such as payroll reconciliations.
• Understanding of Financial systems.
• Advanced Proficiency in MS Office.
• Proficient in SAP or equivalent system.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile payroll and post-payroll postings.

• Perform payroll data variances analysis.
• Query and validate bottom line variances with Human Resources.
• Process payroll payments on the systems once accuracy of data have been confirmed by Human Resources.
• Investigate and correct payroll rejections.
• Transfer payroll file to bank for payment within agreed timeframe.
• Preparation, reconciliation and submission of all monthly and annual statutory returns such as PAYE, UIF and SDL (EMP 501) returns.
• Prepare and submit all returns and declarations for the department of labour.
• Reconcile the annual EMP201 to generate the EMP501 and submit to SARS.
• Generate IRP5s for submission to SARS and distribution to employees.
• Calculate any PAYE overpayment and submit any refund claims to SARS.
• Process all statutory and third-party payments accurately and timeously prior to submission to Manager Accounts Payable and Payroll for review and approval.
• Perform statutory and third-party payment reconciliations.
• Submit proof of statutory deduction payments to HR
• Make available reports, answer to audit queries from and render explanations to the DUT auditors during interim and year end audits.
• Prepare all the payroll disclosure for the annual financial statements in line with the reporting standards and DHET requirements.
• Prepare reports for purposes of reporting to various structures as required, in accordance with the reporting schedule.
• Provide input into monthly reports on payroll-related metrics Ensure payroll system updates take place as scheduled.
  
• Submit forecasted increase in employee benefits and statutory contributions to Manager Accounts Payable and Payroll for inclusion in the payroll budget.

Salary: Market related

Contact Person: Mr. Viko Mazwi

Status of Position: Permanent

Applications should include:

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields)
• Cover Letter
• Copies of all relevant academic records and certificates
• ID Copy
• Matric Certificate
• Current contactable referees

Please note:

The University reserves the right not to appoint.

While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s Equity Plan.