Payroll Administrator

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Administrator with experience in using Pastel Payroll to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and processing accurate payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. You will be expected to handle all payroll-related queries, reconcile reports, and maintain confidentiality.

Employment Type: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Processing: Accurately process monthly, weekly, or bi-weekly payrolls for employees, ensuring that all data is entered correctly into the Pastel Payroll system.
2. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws, statutory requirements, and company policies, including the timely submission of tax filings (e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL).
3. Payroll Queries: Respond promptly and professionally to employee payroll inquiries and resolve any issues regarding pay discrepancies, deductions, or benefits.
4. Report Generation: Generate and distribute detailed payroll reports such as payslips, tax reports, and year-end reports. Provide summaries for accounting and HR departments.
5. Reconciliations: Reconcile payroll data and reports, ensuring all deductions, benefits, and taxes are correctly applied.
6. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, ensuring all employee information is stored securely and confidentially.
7. End-of-Year Processing: Assist with year-end processes such as generating IRP5s, tax certificates, and ensuring all payroll-related documentation is accurate and ready for submission.
8. Payroll Software Maintenance: Keep the Pastel Payroll system up to date with employee data, tax rate changes, and new payroll-related information.
9. Auditing: Assist with internal and external payroll audits as required.

Qualifications And Skills Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, HR, or a related field.
2. Professional certification.
3. At least 2-3 years of experience in payroll administration, with a strong emphasis on Pastel Payroll software.
4. 3+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in manufacturing or procurement.
5. Strong understanding of tax legislation (e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL) and other statutory obligations.
6. Strong focus on accuracy and confidentiality with a methodical approach to work.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with employees and management regarding payroll issues.
8. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
9. Excellent knowledge of payroll best practices.

Package & Remuneration: Will be agreed based on qualifications, applicable experience, and previous earnings.