Lead Payroll Specialist — High-Volume, Compliance Expert

Network Finance; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to lead accurate and compliant payroll processing for a dynamic Shared Services team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of Payroll Administration experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with payroll systems. Join an exciting opportunity to enhance payroll processes and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years' experience in Payroll Administration.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience managing payrolls with over 1,000 employees.

Responsibilities

• Administer and process large-volume payrolls efficiently and accurately.
• Validate, check, and reconcile all payroll and leave inputs prior to finalisation.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including PAYE, UIF, SDL, and BCEA.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Payroll Administration

Education

Matric Certificate with Maths and Accounting

Tools

JDE

Educos Payroll Systems

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to lead accurate and compliant payroll processing for a dynamic Shared Services team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of Payroll Administration experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with payroll systems. Join an exciting opportunity to enhance payroll processes and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.