Payroll Administrator

SUMMARY:
Purpose of Position
Responsible for all aspects of designated Payroll Processing ensuring that all Associates are paid compliantly, accurately and on time; and ensuring that ‘Current’ Associate Payroll records are constantly maintained.

Key Performance Indicators
1. Full Function Payroll Processing and Record Keeping
2. Compliance with Company Procedures, Policies & Legislation 3. 3rd Party Reconciliations & Payments
4. Meeting Deadlines
5. Inter-Departmental Teamwork

Required Competency
1. Minimum 5 years Full Function Payroll Administration and Employee Benefits experience
2. Working Knowledge of BCOE, PAYE, UIF, SDL, WCA/IOD, Benefits and Bargaining Councils
3. Advanced Level of Computer Literacy
4. Good Communication Skills at all levels – Approachable yet confidently and politely assertive
5. Methodical; Attention to Detail; Accuracy
6. Ability to Work Under Pressure; Job Prioritization; Results Driven; Effective Query Resolution
7. Professional Manner; Confidential; Positive Attitude; Empathy 8. Accountable; Self-Motivated; Proactive; High Level of Energy

POSITION INFO:
Main Activities
1. Responsible for 100% Payroll Processing Accuracy and Compliance.
2. Ensure full understanding of Client SLA requirements and adherence to all applicable Legislative Obligations.
3. Maintain a working knowledge of all Benefits or Bargaining Councils applicable to your Payroll responsibilities.
4. Payroll Processing checking prior to finalization ensuring accuracy of Statutory and Benefit contributions and deductions. 5. Manage Legal and Financial Risk through maintaining current Associate Status Payroll records.
6. Weekly and Monthly Reporting
7. Month End Analyses, Reconciliations and Payments
8. Clear understanding of, and participation in, Inter-Departmental Processes
9. Personal accountability for ensuring that all deadlines are met. 10. Build and support teamwork relationships with Operations, Clients and Payroll department thereby contributing towards quality service delivery.


Desired Experience & Qualification
- Grade 12
- Minimum 5 years payroll and HR experience
- Payroll Processing: Knowledge of payroll systems and accurate data handling
- Statutory Compliance: Understanding of local tax, pension, and employment legislation
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in payroll software (e.g., Sage, VIP People, SAP, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables)


Package & Remuneration Negotiable


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