Payroll Administrator

Gp Consult; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage the full payroll function for salaried staff. The role involves processing payroll, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a Payroll Diploma and 5-8 years of experience, with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident fund

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a payroll position.
• Good knowledge and experience with MIBCO.
• Code 08 driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage full payroll function for salaried staff using Sage Premier.
• Ensure compliance with all industrial labor and tax regulations.
• Process all financial capturing and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Payroll Diploma or similar qualification

Tools

Sage Premier

Sage ESS

Job description

Payroll Administrator - Kempton Park - Automotive Sector

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Duties & Responsibilities

1. Manage full payroll function for salaried staff using Sage Premier, including processing overtime, claims, and commissions on Sage ESS.
2. Perform monthly reconciliations of overtime, claims, and commissions.
3. Ensure accurate leave checking and control via Sage ESS.
4. Handle administration of clocking systems.
5. Communicate payroll changes or challenges to Supervisor/Manager promptly.
6. Maintain and review payroll processing systems for timely and accurate transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishee orders, taxes, and deductions.
7. Ensure correct processing of leave and employee benefits, maintaining personal files.
8. Process all financial capturing and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
9. Update payroll accurately for new hires, terminations, job titles, and pay rate changes, based on monthly inputs.
10. Conduct bi-annual reconciliation and submission of EMP via E@syFile.
11. Generate employee IRP5s.
12. Perform monthly reconciliation and submission of PAYE/SDL/UIF EMPs via E@syFile.
13. Handle monthly reconciliation and payments for third-party payments (Medical Aid, MIBCO, Unions, etc.).
14. Maintain strong reconciliation, submission, and MIBCO knowledge.
15. Apply for tax directives and administer IT88s.
16. Submit month-end reports, general ledger entries, and salary journals to the Finance Department.
17. Ensure compliance with all industrial labor and tax regulations.
18. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
19. Ensure all documents and reports are processed timely.
20. Manage leave reconciliations for annual and monthly payroll.
21. Stay updated with company policies and enforce them strictly.
22. Manage payslip distribution to various branches.
23. Assist with payroll queries and department audits.
24. Set an example for team members regarding commitment, work ethic, and professionalism.
25. Perform lawful tasks as required by Supervisor and Management.
26. Assist with HR-related tasks, events, and organizational activities as needed.

Requirements

• Payroll Diploma or similar qualification.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a payroll position.
• Good knowledge and experience with MIBCO.
• Code 08 driver's license.
• Confident and proactive approach, anticipating issues and requirements.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Package & Remuneration

Monthly salary plus medical aid and provident fund.