Payroll Administrator (JB5444)

Payroll Administrator (JB5444)
Bryanston, Gauteng
R20 000 to R25 000 a month CTC
Permanent

A renowned global tourism and experience management company is seeking a meticulous and professional Payroll Administrator to join their team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless and accurate execution of payroll functions for employees, collaborating closely with the payroll team to manage contracts, salary frameworks, personnel records, and compliance documentation. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in supporting payroll audits, addressing employee queries, and maintaining detailed records of promotions, transfers, and employment changes all while upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and service excellence

Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in payroll administration
Strong mathematical and calculation skills
Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Proficiency in SAGE 300 People (essential)
Solid knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and accounting principles
Familiarity with South African labour legislation
Strong planning, analytical, and organisational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Strong sense of integrity, honesty, and professionalism

Duties and Responsibilities:
Submit all necessary payroll documentation timeously to the payroll team
Maintain up-to-date and accurate employee records
Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, and other statutory deductions
Prepare and distribute payroll reports and reconcile them with financial records
Handle employee and external payroll-related queries, including payslips, tax forms, and deductions
Provide VISA and staff loyalty letters as needed
Create and issue salary structures, employment contracts, increase letters, incentive/bonus letters, and other payroll-related documentation
Accurately process and submit changes in employee information, including addresses and banking details
Ensure that promotion and transfer letters are completed, signed, submitted, and filed
Review and verify variance reports
Address and resolve ESS (Employee Self-Service) queries