Payroll Coordinator

SUMMARY:
Be responsible to ensure employees are compensated correctly and on time.

POSITION INFO:

Job brief

We are looking for a Payroll Coordinator to process payroll transactions.

Payroll coordinator responsibilities include processing timesheets, updating payroll records and answering employee questions about payments. 

Responsibilities

• Process attendance records and other documents (e.g. pension, medical aid and tax forms)
• Check payroll information for accuracy and ensure all relevant paperwork is in order
• Coordinate with HR about changes in payroll (e.g. terminations, new hires)
• Oversee electronic payments and distribution of payroll checks
• Update data with salary or wage adjustments
• Process other financial compensations or deductions (e.g. annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, worker’s compensation)
• Handle benefit expenses, like insurance fees or paid leave
• Produce reports to upper management upon request
• Answer employee questions or complaints about salaries and payments
• Work with authorities (e.g. SARS) on audits or requests

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as a payroll coordinator or similar role
• Familiarity with payroll processes
• Good knowledge of legislation relevant to accounting and payroll 
• Working knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. SAGE VIP, Oracle, Kronos)
• Comfortable with Excel (functions, data etc.)
• An analytical mind with good math skills
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Diploma / Degree in a relevant field