Payroll Administrator - George

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established accounting firm based in George, is seeking to appoint an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and efficient administration and processing of payroll for various clients, ensuring that all payroll-related functions are completed in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory requirements and deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have previous payroll administration experience, be proficient in Sage 300 People and have a sound understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

POSITION INFO:
Description:

• Process and administer monthly payrolls accurately and timeously for various clients.
• Capture and maintain employee information, including new appointments, terminations, salary adjustments and employee benefits.
• Manage monthly payroll calculations, including salaries, overtime, leave, bonuses, deductions and other payroll-related adjustments.
• Ensure the accurate calculation and processing of PAYE, UIF and SDL deductions.
• Prepare and submit EMP201 and EMP501 reconciliations and returns to SARS.
• Manage SARS eFiling submissions and ensure all statutory requirements are met within the prescribed deadlines.
• Administer employee tax certificates (IRP5/IT3(a)) and assist with annual and interim reconciliations.
• Process payroll-related changes in accordance with relevant bargaining council agreements and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labour legislation, tax regulations and payroll policies.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and investigate and resolve any payroll discrepancies.
• Prepare and distribute payslips and other payroll-related documentation.
• Respond to employee and client queries relating to payroll, salaries, deductions and statutory contributions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records and documentation.
• Assist with payroll reporting, audits and any other payroll-related administrative duties.
• Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation, SARS requirements and relevant bargaining council regulations.

• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• A proactive, responsible and professional approach to work.