Payroll Administrator

Prudent HR Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions company is seeking a Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for approximately 250 employees. The successful candidate will maintain payroll records, ensure compliance with regulations, and respond to employee inquiries. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and at least 4 years of payroll processing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma related to payroll.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Experience with medium payroll of approximately 250 employees.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll monthly or fortnightly for +-250 employees.
• Ensure compliance with legal payroll requirements.
• Handle employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies.

Skills

Payroll laws and regulations

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in related field

Tools

Payspace

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As a Payroll Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for our employees. You will work closely with our HR department and other team members to ensure all payroll information is up to date and in compliance with company policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process payroll for all employees on a monthly or fortnightly basis, as required
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements
  
• Verify and reconcile timesheets, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll-related data
  
• Ensure accuracy of employee information, including salary, benefits, and deductions
  
• Prepare and distribute payslips, where needed
  
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and resolve any discrepancies
  
• Maintain and update payroll records and reports
  
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes and tax filings
  
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure accurate and timely onboarding and offboarding of employees
  
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and other departments
  
• Participate in audits and provide necessary documentation and support as needed
  
• Handle any other payroll-related tasks and projects as assigned by supervisor or management
  
• Stay current with relevant laws and regulations related to payroll and make necessary updates to processes and procedures
  

SKILLS:

• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations
  
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
  
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
  
• Experience with Payspace or other payroll systems is a plus
  

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Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in related field
  
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in payroll processing
  
• Experience dealing with a medium-size payroll of +-250 employees
  
• Experience dealing with TES and Security payrolls advantageous
  
• Experience in a corporate environment preferred
  
• Proficient in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite
  
• Experience using PaySpace advantageous