Junior Payroll Clerk / Administrator

RareCruit (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Payroll Clerk in Johannesburg. This role is perfect for recent graduates eager to build a career in payroll administration. Responsibilities include managing payroll records and processing salaries. Candidates should have knowledge of Sage VIP Premier and strong attention to detail. This is a permanent, on-site position with a salary range of R10,000 to R15,000 CTC.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of experience in payroll administration, graduates welcome.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Capturing and maintaining accurate payroll records.
• Processing salaries accurately and on time.
• Calculating deductions and statutory contributions.
• Balancing payroll for accuracy and compliance.
• Generating payslips and payroll reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Good communication skills

Education

Matric

Certification or Diploma (advantageous)

Tools

Sage VIP Premier

Job description

Overview

Our client in the Hygiene Industry is seeking a Junior Payroll Clerk / Administrator to join their team!

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with up to 1 year of experience who is eager to build a career in payroll administration.

Location: Gauteng | On Site | Permanent | R10 000 CTC - R15 000 CTC

Responsibilities

• Capturing and maintaining accurate payroll records - including new hires, employee changes, and terminations.
• Processing salaries accurately and on time.
• Calculating and processing deductions, third-party payments, and statutory contributions.
• Balancing payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Generating payslips and payroll reports as required.

Qualifications

• Matric, and Certification of Diploma is advantageous.
• 0 – 1 year of experience in payroll administration (graduates are welcome to apply).
• Working knowledge of Sage VIP Premier is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.

Application and contact

For more information on the Payroll Clerk / Administrator role please get in touch with Tiara Naidoo:

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