Payroll & Compliance Administrator

Tyron Consultancy; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Stellenbosch seeks a Payroll & Compliance Administrator to oversee the full payroll cycle for 420 employees. This role requires a good understanding of South African payroll legislation, strong numerical skills, and attention to detail. This position will have you ensuring accurate and timely payments while maintaining compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification will be advantageous.
• Understanding of South African payroll legislation and regulations required.
• Experience with retirement fund and medical aid administration is needed.

Responsibilities

• Process full payroll cycle including data input and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions and maintain payroll records.
• Respond to payroll queries professionally and timely.

Skills

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Time Management Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Relevant Tertiary Qualification

Tools

Sage 300 People

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Payroll & Compliance Administrator required in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process the full payroll cycle using Sage 300 People, including data input, calculations, benefits administration and reporting (9 entities, +- 420 employees)
• Monthly payrolls only, multiple package structures (Cash-up & TCTC & Independent Contractors)
• Coordinate with the wider HR team to ensure all staff changes are processed timeously and correctly on the payroll
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries, statutory deductions (PAYE, UIF, SDL, etc.), and all other external payments like Retirement and Medical Fund etc.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation (Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity, South Africa Revenue Services etc.)
• Annual COID submissions & claims administration
• Ensure high levels of data integrity on the payroll system
• Process and reconcile all inputs received and other employee-related payments
• Prepare and submit monthly statutory returns (EMP201, etc.)
• Prepare data for bi-annual statutory submissions (EMP501, etc.)
• Generate interim tax certificates for provisional taxpayers
• Respond to employee payroll queries and resolve any discrepancies in a timely and professional manner, keeping the Reward & Payroll Manager informed
• Generate and distribute payroll reports as required
• Perform all payroll-related month-end functions
• Monthly benefit fund submissions (Retirement Fund, Medical Aid, employee assistance program)
• UIF administration
• Assist with the preparation for payroll audits, BEE audits and reconciliations
• Assist with Disability claims
• Assist with general administrative tasks related to payroll, benefits, and statutory compliance
• Assist with Payroll projects as needed
• Assist the Reward & Payroll Manager as needed

Requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• A functional understanding of South African payroll legislation and regulations
• Experience with retirement fund & medical aid administration
• Experience with COID claims & administration
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and conscientiousness
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all time