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Administrative Assistant (Payroll Support) ZR2613JOB


Job Location:

Pretoria - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 1-3years
Posted: 14 October 2026 (14 days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Administrative Assistant to provide day-to-day administrative support to the Payroll department.

This role is currently administration-focused with the opportunity to develop into a Payroll Administrator position in the future. Candidates with strong Excel skills and an interest in payroll administration will be highly regarded.


Administration:

  • Provide general administrative support.
  • Assist with the preparation and compilation of payroll reports.
  • Maintain and update electronic records and documentation.
  • Manage email correspondence and administrative tasks as required.
  • Assist with various internal administration projects and support functions.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of company data and records.


Reporting:
  • Compile update and distribute reports as required.
  • Extract and analyse information using Microsoft Excel.
  • Assist management with report preparation and data reconciliation.
  • Generate ad hoc reports when requested.


Payroll Support:
  • Assist with payroll-related administrative duties.
  • Support the payroll function internally.
  • Provide administrative assistance relating to employee information and payroll records.
  • Opportunity to transition into a more dedicated payroll administration role over time.

Requirements
  • Grade 12 / Matric.
  • Previous administration experience.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including:
    • VLOOKUPs (advantage)
    • Pivot Tables
    • Formulas and data analysis
    • Macros (highly advantageous)
  • Strong numerical and analytical ability.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.


Advantageous Skills and Experience:
  • Sage 300 People experience.
  • Previous payroll administration exposure.
  • Experience with UI19 submissions and payroll reporting.
  • Retail industry experience.


Personal Attributes:
  • Professional and reliable.
  • Proactive and willing to learn.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Confidential and trustworthy.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Team player with a positive attitude.

Job ID: ZR2613JOB


Required Skills:

Grade 12 / Matric. Previous administration experience. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including: VLOOKUPs (advantage) Pivot Tables Formulas and data analysis Macros (highly advantageous) Strong numerical and analytical ability. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. Advantageous Skills and Experience: Sage 300 People experience. Previous payroll administration exposure. Experience with UI19 submissions and payroll reporting. Retail industry experience. Personal Attributes: Professional and reliable. Proactive and willing to learn. Strong problem-solving skills. Confidential and trustworthy. Excellent communication skills. Team player with a positive attitude. Job ID: ZR2613JOB


Required Education:

Grade 12 / Matric