Junior Payroll Administrator

SUMMARY:
JUNIOR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR
PINETOWN, DURBAN

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive JUNIOR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR to join their dynamic team and support the accurate and timely processing of payroll functions – Pinetown, Durban.

POSITION INFO:
JUNIOR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

Minimum Skills and Experience Required:

• Completed Matric Certificate
• Previous experience in payroll – highly advantageous
• Strong command over mathematics
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Working knowledge of the VIP or DBIT payroll systems would be advantageous
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Bargaining Councils
• Valid Driver’s License

• Responsible, trustworthy and accountable
• Detail orientated and deadline driven
• Able to maintain confidentiality

• Process documentation and forms for onboarding new employees
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee personal files
• Administer weekly payroll for approximately 450 employees and monthly payroll for around 35 staff members
• Capture Injury on Duty (IOD) claims on WCA and RMA online platforms
• Accurately calculate and capture wages, salaries, overtime, and leave pay
• Process and deduct statutory and non-statutory deductions, including provident fund, medical aid, and emolument orders
• Ensure timely payment of weekly and monthly salaries
• Meet deadlines for month-end reconciliations and statutory returns
• Complete and submit UI-19 forms and work schedules
• Address general payroll-related queries and issues
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing and faxing
• Assist with additional duties within the payroll department as needed
• Process NBCRFI leave applications online, and complete withdrawal forms for forwarding to the claims department