Payroll Administrator M / F

Cfao; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Payroll Administrator to oversee payroll functions for affiliated companies. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with tax legislation and managing payroll processes efficiently. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with payroll software, particularly Sage 300 People, and possess strong financial acumen. You will be responsible for liaising with management, handling payroll queries, and ensuring accurate reporting. Join a dynamic team that values continuous improvement and offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the organization.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant payroll experience is essential.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll tax and legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing and reporting.
• Liaise with management regarding payroll queries.
• Assist with HR-related matters and payroll reconciliations.

Skills

Payroll Tax Knowledge

Financial Acumen

Sage 300 People Payroll Software

Advanced MS Office (Excel)

Employment Equity Knowledge

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Payroll

Relevant Payroll-related Qualification

Tools

SAP Accounting Software

Sage 300 People Payroll Software

Job description

MEETING THE MOBILITY NEEDS OF BUSINESS & INDIVIDUALS

Comprising the most extensive vehicle retail network in Africa, we provide all mobility-related sectors with a multi-brand offer, partnering with global automotive manufacturers: sales of new and used vehicles, short or long-term rentals, fleet management, and maintenance.

Our Offer includes the complete automotive offering, including two-wheelers, marine engines, coaches, lorries, handling equipment, tyres, and spare parts. Our production and assembly sites in Africa are a shining example of our commitment to actively support industrialisation in the region and creating an affordable offer.

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator M/F based in South Africa.

Job Description: Purpose of the role

This position administers the payroll functions for affiliated companies and supports the team with any other related aspects.

EXPERIENTIAL AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Tertiary Qualification and/or relevant payroll-related qualification is essential.
• At least 5 - 8 years relevant experience.
• Advanced Payroll Tax knowledge and experience in tax issues, queries, and monthly and bi-annual submissions will be an advantage.
• Financial acumen and knowledge of SAP accounting software is advantageous.
• Employment equity knowledge and experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Sage 300 People Payroll software and all its different modules, and ESS is essential.
• Advanced MS Office, particularly Excel is essential.
• In-depth working knowledge of relevant tax legislation, employment conditions, bargaining councils, and other relevant legislation.
• Experience in PAYE, SDL, UIF, WCA & RMA will be an advantage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaising with management and staff regarding payroll-related queries.
• Payroll reporting to meet internal and statutory obligations.
• Manage effective internal/external client relationships within the area of responsibility.
• Continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and systems.
• End-to-end payroll processing.
• Month-end consolidations.
• Prepare and submit monthly salary actuals to the business.
• Perform a variety of payroll accounting tasks, e.g., GL allocations and payments.
• Payroll administration and reconciliations.
• Reconciliation of employee's PAYE, SDL & UIF and any other legislative returns, tax issues, and any SARS queries.
• Process and submit GL accounts and journals.
• Assist finance with reconciliations and month-end reports.
• Prepare and reconcile all payroll third party/vendor payments.
• Assist with the preparation of the increase and bonus schedules and provisions.
• Providing guidance and support on all remuneration and benefits-related matters.
• Preparation of payroll-related reports and summaries.
• Assistance with end-of-year processing and reconciliation including payment summaries - Financial Year End.
• Support and assist with ad hoc HR-related matters & reports.
• Assist with equity reports and queries.
• Support in the application and administration of company benefit funds.
• STATS SA submissions.
• Prepare/write ad hoc reports for the business as and when required.
• Assist with bursary processing and reconciling on payroll.
• Assist with preparing annual reports to Paris.
• Assist with RMA, WCA submissions.
• Dealing with auditors: Internal, External, Department of Labour, and bargaining councils.