Payroll Administrator

Vine Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Vine Recruitment in Paarl is seeking a Payroll Administrator for an established accounting firm. You will manage payroll for a diverse client base, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and statutory compliance while delivering excellent client service.

Key duties include processing weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, handling new hires, terminations, leave, bonuses, overtime and deductions, and submitting EMP201/EMP501/UIF, plus SARS queries and reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12.
• 3–4 years’ payroll experience, preferably within an accounting or audit environment.
• Sound knowledge of SARS, UIF, WCA and statutory payroll requirements.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Good communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Process new employees, terminations, leave, bonuses, overtime and deductions.
• Handle payroll benefits, bank details and ACB exports.
• Prepare and submit EMP201, EMP501, UIF and other statutory returns.
• Attend to SARS queries, audits, verifications and reconciliations.
• Manage IRP5 / IT3(a) requirements and payroll records.
• Ensure compliance with South African payroll and labour legislation.
• Assist clients with payroll queries and provide professional advice.
• Support and guide the Payroll Team and assist with daily team operations.

Skills

Payroll processing

SARS knowledge

Attention to detail

Client service

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Payroll Administrator position available in Paarl.

A reputable accounting firm is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will manage payroll for a diverse client base while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, statutory compliance and excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Process new employees, terminations, leave, bonuses, overtime and deductions.
• Handle payroll benefits, bank details and ACB exports.
• Prepare and submit EMP201, EMP501, UIF and other statutory returns.
• Attend to SARS queries, audits, verifications and reconciliations.
• Manage IRP5 / IT3(a) requirements and payroll records.
• Ensure compliance with South African payroll and labour legislation.
• Assist clients with payroll queries and provide professional advice.
• Support and guide the Payroll Team and assist with daily team operations.

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12.
• 3–4 years’ payroll experience, preferably within an accounting or audit environment.
• Sound knowledge of SARS, UIF, WCA and statutory payroll requirements.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Good communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.

Ideal Candidate:

A professional, reliable and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in accurate payroll processing, enjoys working with clients and is committed to continuous learning.