Payroll Administrator

Bright City Talent; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Kempton Park. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end payroll for 200-300 employees, ensuring compliance with legislation. Proficiency in SAGE payroll software and exceptional attention to detail are essential. This is an office-based role, requiring excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll Administrator or similar role managing payroll for over 200 employees.
• Deep working knowledge of SAGE payroll software.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process the full cycle payroll for 200-300 employees using SAGE.
• Verify all payroll-related data including new hires and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Act as the point of contact for employee payroll queries.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Perform regular payroll reconciliations and audits.

Skills

SAGE payroll software

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Job description

The Payroll Administrator will manage the end-to-end payroll process for waged employees.The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency with SAGE payroll software and a comprehensive understanding of current payroll legislation and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Process Payroll : Accurately and timely process the full-cycle weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payroll for 200-300 employees using SAGE payroll software .

Data Management : Input and verify all payroll-related data, including new hires, terminations, changes in compensation, benefits deductions, garnishments, and employee banking information.

Compliance & Reporting : Ensure strict compliance with all payroll regulations, tax laws, and internal policies. Prepare and submit required payroll tax filings and reports.

Query Resolution : Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll queries, resolving issues regarding wages, deductions, and pay slips promptly and professionally.

Record Keeping : Maintain meticulous payroll records, ensuring all documentation is organized, accurate, and kept confidential.

Reconciliation : Perform regular payroll reconciliations and audits to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.

Month-End / Year-End : Assist with month-end and year-end payroll procedures.

Qualifications & Skills

Proven experience as a Payroll Administrator or similar role, managing payroll for a high volume of waged employees (200+).

Essential : Deep working knowledge and proven proficiency with SAGE payroll software

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

Excellent numerical and organizational skills.

Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

This is an office based role in Kempton Park.