Payroll Administrator

The purpose of the Payroll Administrator role is to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll by maintaining employee payroll information processing inputs and performing payroll reconciliations. The role also ensures compliance with company policies statutory requirements and payroll procedures.

Manage maintain and update payroll related data.

1. Request and receive new employee files from HR and capture accurately to the Sage system. Hand the files to senior payroll administrator for checking by the 7th of each month and file all completed files.
2. Capture all Payroll instructions to the Sage system i.e. loans increases etc.
3. Download and process SARS AA88 requests on the payroll.
4. Ensure that all staff have access to their payslips at least 2 days before salaries are paid out.
5. Stay abreast of new developments on the system.

Perform general administration duties.

1. Accurately file payroll documentation by the end of the current month and always ensure the safe keeping and confidentiality of employee files.
2. Assist HR with dummy payslips UIF forms etc.
3. Complete various payroll schedules and email it to the relevant persons by the end of the current month.
4. Check various processes on various dates as stated on Duty list.
5. Apply for Tax Directives where applicable.
6. Approve / decline leave on the ESS system every afternoon and follow up on any uncertainties.
7. Complete the Leave Recon monthly before the end of the following month.
8. Attend Payroll and HR induction meetings monthly and take minutes.
9. Assist the Snr Payroll Administrator with monthly reconciliations i.e. Medical Aid Insurance accounts etc.
and maintain a good working relationship with staff and team members.

Working conditions:

Office Based.

Qualifications & Experience:
1. Matric qualification required.
2. Payroll qualification preferred.
3. 3 years payroll administration experience required.
4. 2-3 years working experience on Sage People 300 required

Skills & Knowledge Required:

1. ESS (Employee Self Service) knowledge and experience beneficial.
2. Knowledge of applicable legislation (e.g. Leave Policy company benefits maternity leave etc.).
3. Knowledge of basic Tax laws including SARS submissions and requests.
4. Keep up to date with legislative requirements.
5. MS Office:
a) MS Word Basic
b) MS Excel Intermediate
c) Outlook - Basic
6. Good typing skills.