Payroll Administrator

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage the end-to-end payroll for employees in Queenstown, South Africa. The role focuses on accurate salaries, deductions, and compliance with SA laws, while supporting employees with payroll queries.

The position offers a hybrid work model and exposure to VIP Payroll/Sage, with opportunities for process improvements and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll administration.
• Proficiency with payroll software (VIP Payroll, Sage) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll regulations, tax laws, and UIF/SDL requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with employees.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure all statutory deductions (PAYE, UIF, SDL) are calculated correctly and paid over on time.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in status.
• Administer employee benefits such as leave, sick pay, and overtime calculations.
• Generate payroll reports for management and finance departments.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and payslips.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Communication

Payroll processing

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a diligent Payroll Administrator to manage the end-to-end payroll process for their employees in Queenstown . This role is critical for ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries, wages, and deductions, while maintaining compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. You will handle payroll processing, employee data management, and address payroll-related queries. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a combination of remote work and essential in-office presence for specific tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to ensure the smooth functioning of payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure all statutory deductions (PAYE, UIF, SDL) are calculated correctly and paid over on time.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in status.
• Administer employee benefits such as leave, sick pay, and overtime calculations.
• Generate payroll reports for management and finance departments.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and payslips.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll administration.
• Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll regulations, tax laws, and UIF/SDL requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with employees.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Training on new payroll systems and regulations.
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment.