Payroll Administrator

Red Ember Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a dynamic organisation based in Plattekloof. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate and timeous monthly and bi-weekly payroll processing, payroll administration, employee records, reporting and resolving payroll queries.

Payroll Processing

• Process monthly and bi-weekly payroll accurately and timeously.
  
• Complete month-end payroll procedures.
  
• Import payroll batches accurately.
  
• Process and distribute payslips and IRP5s.
  
• Process approved salary adjustments.
  

Payroll Queries

• Resolve payroll queries professionally and within required time frames.
  
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to obtain outstanding payroll information.
  
• Follow up on information required to meet payroll deadlines.
  

Reporting

• Prepare and submit payroll reports accurately and on schedule.
  
• Prepare payroll-related Income Statement and Balance Sheet items.
  

Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records and filings.
  
• Ensure payroll documentation is properly organised.
  
• Assist with ad hoc payroll-related duties as required.
  

Requirements

• Relevant Diploma in Accounting, Payroll, Human Resources or equivalent qualification.
  
• 3–5 years' experience in a payroll-focused role.
  
• Experience working with payroll systems, preferably Sage 300.
  
• Strong understanding of PAYE, UIF, SDL and relevant labour legislation.
  
• Experience working with large volumes of payroll data.
  
• Ability to work accurately under strict deadlines.
  
• Experience handling confidential employee information.
  

Key Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
  
• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
  
• Good knowledge of labour legislation.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
  
• Strong relationship-management skills.
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
  
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
  
• Ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.