Payroll Administrator (CR787)

Our client a well-established accounting firm in Paarl is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll for a diverse client portfolio ensuring accuracy statutory compliance and excellent client service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process weekly bi-weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
• Process new employees terminations leave bonuses overtime allowances deductions and employee benefits.
• Prepare and process ACB exports and maintain accurate payroll records and reports.
• Manage statutory submissions including EMP201 EMP501 UIF IRP5 and IT3(a).
• Handle SARS queries correspondence verifications reconciliations and audits.
• Ensure payroll compliance with South African tax and labour legislation.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information in accordance with POPIA.
• Provide professional payroll support and guidance to clients.
• Assist with payroll registrations de-registrations and other employment-related services.
• Support the Payroll Team Leader with daily operations training and problem-solving.

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric required.
• Relevant 3-year Diploma or tertiary qualification will be advantageous.
• 34 years relevant payroll experience within an accounting or audit environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SARS UIF WCA and South African payroll legislation.
• Strong administration organisational and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently meet deadlines and manage confidential information.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Competitive salary on offer.
• Monday Friday 08:00 17:00
• Office-based position in Paarl.
• Continuous learning and professional development are encouraged.

Please use the following reference number in the subject line of your email: CR787 when applying for this position. Please submit your CV in Word Format salary expectation and notice period to Kindly consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive feedback within 1 week.