Payroll Administrator

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POSITION INFO:

Location: Hybrid – Johannesburg
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Financial Services | HR & Payroll

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a client to find a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator who thrives in a dynamic, multi-entity environment. If you’re highly organised, proficient with Sage People300, and passionate about delivering accurate payroll and employee services, this is the perfect opportunity to step into a collaborative, impact-driven role.

About the Role

As a Payroll Administrator, you’ll be responsible for maintaining payroll accuracy, resolving employee queries, managing system updates, and ensuring all statutory requirements are met. You’ll be the go-to liaison between HR, Finance, and third-party payroll vendors, playing a crucial role in ensuring payroll runs smoothly and compliantly across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Onboard new employees and verify ID, banking, and tax information

• Process and maintain payroll data in Sage People300 & ESS

• Liaise with vendors for background checks and manage invoice processing

• Apply for income tax numbers and tax directives via SARS eFiling

• Administer staff loans, advances, and Paycurve deductions

• Handle leave processing, Jira ticket queries, and employee updates

• Prepare and process monthly referral fees in collaboration with the recruitment team

• Export payroll and employee data reports (e.g., terminations, banking, variances)

• Administer ESS access, password resets, and payroll system permissions

• Act as liaison with VAT IT and external Sage consultants (T3T)

• Assist with audit preparation and employee document back scanning (DocuVision)

What You’ll Bring

• Proficient in Sage People300 & ESS

• Strong financial and computer literacy, particularly Excel

• Excellent administrative and time management skills

• High attention to detail and confidentiality

• Sound knowledge of South African labour law and BCEA

• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure

Nice to Have

• Experience using Jira ticketing systems

• Prior involvement in DocuVision or similar digital HR file projects

• Exposure to external payroll software vendors and integrations

What’s On Offer

• Join a dynamic and well-structured payroll function

• Hybrid working model with exposure to multi-entity operations

• Supportive environment focused on employee wellbeing and compliance

• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale process and system improvement initiatives

Company Culture

Our client fosters a collaborative, compliant, and employee-centric culture. With a strong focus on professional integrity, innovation, and operational efficiency, they offer a structured environment where accountability and teamwork are key.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.