Payroll Administrator

Network Finance; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking a Payroll Administrator or Payroll Specialist to manage monthly, fortnightly and ad-hoc payrolls across multiple regions. You will handle payroll inquiries and ensure accurate payroll delivery. The role requires 3+ years’ experience, experience with outsourced providers, and strong reconciliation and reporting skills. International exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in a Payroll Administrator or Payroll Specialist role.
• Experience with outsourced payroll providers.
• Exposure to high-volume payroll environments.
• Strong payroll reconciliation and reporting skills in payroll.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• International payroll exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls across multiple regions monthly, fortnightly, and ad-hoc.
• Resolve payroll queries related to salaries, leave, tax, pensions, and statutory payments.
• Liaise with external payroll providers to ensure smooth delivery.
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journals, and reports.
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records.
• Support payroll compliance and statutory reporting.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and operations on payroll matters.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

International payroll exposure

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly, fortnightly, and ad-hoc payrolls across multiple regions
• Resolve payroll queries relating to salaries, leave, tax, pensions, and statutory payments
• Liaise with external payroll providers to ensure smooth payroll delivery
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journals, and reports
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records
• Support payroll compliance and statutory reporting requirements
• Partner with HR, Finance, and operational teams on payroll-related matters

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Payroll Administrator or Payroll Specialist role
• Experience working with outsourced payroll providers
• Exposure to high-volume payroll environments
• Strong payroll reconciliation and reporting experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines
• International payroll exposure will be highly advantageous