Payroll Administrator

Innovazi Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovazi Consulting (Pty) Ltd in Bloemfontein invites an experienced payroll specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations. You will ensure accurate processing, liaise with service providers, and handle complex payroll scenarios.

The role requires 2-4 years of payroll experience, proficiency in Sage 300 People and Excel, and a commitment to confidentiality in handling sensitive employee data. Join a dynamic team and contribute to timely payroll services, with strong accuracy, policy

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent is required.
• Diploma or Degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• 2-4 years' payroll experience.
• Proven experience using Sage 300 People is mandatory.
• Experience with complex payroll environments is advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing including capturing, validation and reconciliation.
• Utilise Sage 300 People to process and validate payroll transactions.
• Investigate and resolve payroll exceptions before finalisation.
• Interpret and apply payroll policies, employment conditions and company remuneration practices.
• Manage UIF administration and monthly EMP201 validation.
• Provide supporting payroll functions for IRP5 processing and reporting.
• Manage IOD administration and case management.
• Administer employee benefits, including data capture and reconciliations.
• Process payroll and benefits data through Sage 300 People and relevant service providers.
• Complete accurate third-party reconciliations.
• Respond to payroll queries within agreed turnaround times.
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll matters and manage escalations appropriately.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

National Senior Certificate / Matric

Diploma or Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Sage 300 People

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including capturing, validation, reconciliation and payroll queries.
• Utilise Sage 300 People to process and validate payroll transactions accurately.
• Investigate and resolve payroll exceptions before finalisation.
• Interpret and apply payroll policies, employment conditions and company remuneration practices.
• Manage UIF administration and monthly EMP201 validation.
• Provide supporting payroll functions for IRP5 processing and reporting.
• Manage IOD administration and case management.
• Administer employee benefits, including capturing, reconciliation and preparation of payment files for Finance.
• Process payroll and benefits data through Sage 300 People and relevant service providers.
• Complete accurate third-party reconciliations.
• Respond to payroll queries within agreed turnaround times.
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll matters and manage escalations appropriately.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate / Matric.
• Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably a Diploma or Degree.
• Driver's Licence.
• 2-4 years' relevant payroll experience.
• Proven and practical experience using Sage 300 People - mandatory.
• Experience working with complex payroll environments, preferably involving multiple sites, shifts, custom pay rules and reconciliations.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.