Payroll Administrator: Accurate, Compliant & Data-Driven

Rectitude Recruit; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Rectitude Recruit is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely payments within the South African regulatory framework.

The role requires strong Excel and Sage 300 People skills, with the ability to coordinate with HR and Finance while maintaining compliance with SARS, PAYE, UIF, ETI, Provident Fund and SDL.

Applicants should have a valid driver’s license and own transport to operate from Kathu, Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years extensive experience in payroll administration.
• Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, Access, and Sage 300 People system.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP and Pivot tables.
• Payroll management: salaries and benefits.
• People payroll reconciliation experience.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Valid Driver’s License & Own Transportation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process the monthly payroll.
• Review and ensure accuracy of approved advances, travel, and overtime claims.
• Communicate payroll stats to Payroll Manager and raise concerns or recommendations.
• Process timesheets and hours (T&A).
• Ensure employees are paid correctly and on time.
• Conduct monthly payroll audits.
• Ensure compliance with SARS – PAYE, UIF, ETI, Provident Fund & SDL.
• Compile and maintain payroll policies and procedures.
• Coordinate payroll with HR and Finance to ensure accurate data.
• Update payroll software and procedures as needed.

Skills

Payroll experience

Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP & Pivot)

Sage 300 People

Legislation knowledge

Driver's license & transport

Tools

Sage 300 People software

Microsoft Word

Job description

Rectitude Recruit is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely payments within the South African regulatory framework.

The role requires strong Excel and Sage 300 People skills, with the ability to coordinate with HR and Finance while maintaining compliance with SARS, PAYE, UIF, ETI, Provident Fund and SDL.

Applicants should have a valid driver’s license and own transport to operate from Kathu, Northern Cape.