Payroll Administrator

What will you be responsible for?

• Managing the full payroll administration process, including employee take-ons, promotions, adjustments and terminations.
• Ensuring accurate processing and balancing of time & attendance.
• Coordinating with HR to maintain accurate employee records and master data.
• Processing variable payroll inputs such as travel and expense claims.
• Managing payroll deductions and balancing third-party billing schedules.
• Reviewing and verifying payroll inputs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Responding to payroll queries and providing support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Preparing monthly payroll variance reports, post-payroll reports and ad-hoc reporting.
• Performing payroll calculations and system audits to ensure the accuracy of earnings, deductions, statutory deductions, company contributions and provisions.
• Supporting internal and external audits and maintaining accurate payroll documentation.
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and assisting with payroll projects.

We are looking for a payroll professional with strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work confidently under pressure.

• Matric / National Senior Certificate – Essential.
• NQF Level 7, 3-year degree or Advanced Diploma in Finance / Payroll.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Payroll Administration.
• Advanced knowledge of Time & Attendance, Personal Tax and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Intermediate SAP knowledge.
• Advanced Xtime knowledge.
• Advanced SAGE 300 People knowledge.

You are organised, accurate and able to manage confidential payroll information with the highest level of integrity. You have strong planning and problem-solving skills, communicate professionally and can meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.