Payroll Administrator
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East London - South Africa
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Job Summary
Location: Stutterheim Eastern Cape
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Payroll Administrator to join their team in Stutterheim. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company policies. This role requires a high level of confidentiality strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Process weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time.
- Capture and maintain employee payroll information.
- Calculate salaries wages overtime allowances bonuses and deductions.
- Process leave absenteeism and timesheet information.
- Administer statutory deductions including PAYE UIF SDL and other required contributions.
- Ensure compliance with labour legislation and payroll regulations.
- Reconcile payroll reports and resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Prepare payroll journals and reports for management.
- Maintain employee records and payroll documentation.
- Respond to payroll-related queries from employees.
- Assist with year-end payroll processes including IRP5 submissions.
- Liaise with HR and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information.
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Payroll qualification or relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.
- 35 years payroll administration experience.
- Experience working with payroll software.
- Sound knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Excel.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
- Experience with Sage Payroll VIP Payroll or similar payroll systems.
- Experience in payroll reconciliations and reporting.
- Knowledge of BCEA UIF PAYE SDL and other statutory requirements.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Team player with a proactive approach.
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Job Title: Payroll Administrator Location: Stutterheim Eastern Cape Job Overview Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Payroll Administrator to join their team in Stutterheim. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company policies. This role requires a high level of confidentiality strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Process weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time. Capture and maintain employee payroll information. Calculate salaries wages overtime allowances bonuses and deductions. Process leave absenteeism and timesheet information. Administer statutory deductions including PAYE UIF SDL and other required contributions. Ensure compliance with labour legislation and payroll regulations. Reconcile payroll reports and resolve payroll discrepancies. Prepare payroll journals and reports for management. Maintain employee records and payroll documentation. Respond to payroll-related queries from employees. Assist with year-end payroll processes including IRP5 submissions. Liaise with HR and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy. Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information. Preferred Experience: Experience with Sage Payroll VIP Payroll or similar payroll systems. Experience in payroll reconciliations and reporting. Knowledge of BCEA UIF PAYE SDL and other statutory requirements. Key Competencies: High level of integrity and confidentiality. Strong organisational and time management skills. Problem-solving ability. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure. Team player with a proactive approach.
Required Education:
Minimum Requirements: Grade 12 (Matric). Payroll qualification or relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous. 3-5 years payroll administration experience. Experience working with payroll software. Sound knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements. Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Excel. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Good communication and interpersonal skills
