Payroll Administrator — Multi-Client Practice

Shift Pursuit; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our well-established accounting practice. You will be responsible for processing payroll for multiple clients accurately and on time, while ensuring compliance with South African payroll legislation.

The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Payroll Administrator.
• Experience in an accounting practice.
• Solid knowledge of South African payroll legislation.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multiple clients accurately and within deadlines.
• Managing monthly payroll cycles from start to finish.
• Calculating salaries, wages, overtime, leave, bonuses, and deductions.
• Preparing and submitting EMP201s and EMP501 reconciliations.
• Managing UIF and SDL submissions.
• Assisting with employee onboarding and terminations.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and employee information.
• Ensuring compliance with South African payroll legislation.
• Responding to payroll-related client queries.
• Liaising with SARS and other statutory bodies when required.
• Assisting with payroll reporting and reconciliations.
• Providing general payroll administration and client support.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Client service

Communication skills

Education

Relevant Payroll/Finance/Accounting/HR qualification

Job description

Shift Pursuit in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our well-established accounting practice. You will be responsible for processing payroll for multiple clients accurately and on time, while ensuring compliance with South African payroll legislation.

The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication with clients and internal teams.