Payroll Administrator (Fixed Term Contract)

The Beekman Group; Port Shepstone; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development company in Port Shepstone seeks a Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate payroll processing using Sage VIP. The successful candidate will manage compliance with statutory payroll requirements and maintain data integrity. Ideal candidates should possess solid knowledge of Sage VIP, advanced Excel skills, and an understanding of South African labor legislation. Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Solid working knowledge of Sage VIP Payroll is essential.
• Familiarity with Jarrison Time and Attendance or similar systems is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timeously on Sage VIP.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Maintain employee data integrity and support HR with payroll-related reporting.

Skills

Sage VIP Payroll

Advanced Excel

Paysl Accounting

Jarrison Time & Attendance

South African labour legislation

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Confidentiality

Tools

Sage VIP

Pastel Accounting

Jarrison

Job description

Port Shepstone – KwaZulu Natal – South Africa

This Role Is Responsible For But Not Limited To

• Process payroll accurately and timeously on Sage VIP (essential).
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements (PAYE, UIF, SDL, and provident fund contributions).
• Maintain employee data integrity and support HR with payroll-related reporting and reconciliations.
• Reconcile payroll information with financial systems; Pastel experience up to Trial Balance will be a strong advantage.
• Manage and analyse time and attendance records; experience on Jarrison or similar systems will be advantageous.
• Prepare payroll reports, costing analyses, and month-end submissions.
• Assist with leave management, and payroll-related projects.

Key Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Solid working knowledge of Sage VIP Payroll (essential).
• Advanced Excel skills (including formulas, pivots, and reconciliations).
• Experience with Pastel Accounting up to Trial Balance (advantageous).
• Familiarity with Jarrison Time & Attendance or similar systems (advantageous).
• Sound understanding of South African labour legislation and payroll compliance.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — a team player with a professional attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure, maintain confidentiality, and deliver on deadlines.

Potential applicants will be required to undergo an assignment to determine suitability for post requirements

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

South Africa’s leading corporate player in the development and management of property and the leisure sector, currently has the following opportunity at Head Office in Port Shepstone. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the Group, preference shall be given, but not limited to, candidates from the designated groups.

Ref # 17/11

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