Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to manage payroll for employees across South Africa and oversee benefits programs in a remote setting. The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong knowledge of SA payroll legislation.

You will handle enrollment, changes, terminations, and respond to queries while ensuring data integrity. The successful candidate will work independently, maintain records, and stay compliant with SARS requirements, BCEA, and LRA.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in payroll administration, accounting or HR.
• 3–5 years of payroll processing and benefits administration experience.
• Experience with South African payroll legislation (BCEA, LRA, and tax).
• Proficiency with VIP Payroll, Sage and MS Excel.
• High attention to detail and data confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Understanding of different employee contracts and payroll implications.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, adhering to deadlines and compliance.
• Compute salaries, deductions, taxes, and statutory contributions accurately.
• Administer employee benefits programs including medical aid, retirement funds, and life insurance.
• Manage enrollment, changes, and terminations related to payroll and benefits.
• Respond to payroll and benefits queries with accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintain payroll and benefits records with data integrity and confidentiality.
• Reconcile payroll data with general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports to SARS and relevant agencies.
• Stay updated on payroll legislation and benefit regulations.
• Assist with payroll audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Support HR with data for reporting and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company payroll and benefits policies.

Skills

Payroll software

VIP Payroll

Sage

MS Excel

Data accuracy

Benefits administration

Remote work

Contract types

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Payroll legislation

Education

Payroll/HR qualification

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established logistics and supply chain company, is seeking a meticulous and experienced Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join their finance and HR support team. This critical role will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees across various South African locations, including Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The administrator will also manage the company's employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and optimal employee satisfaction. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, confidentiality, and a thorough understanding of payroll legislation and benefits administration. We are looking for a reliable professional who can manage complex payroll systems and contribute to a seamless employee experience, especially in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, adhering to strict deadlines and legislative requirements.
• Ensure correct calculation of salaries, wages, deductions, taxes, and other statutory contributions.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical aid, retirement funds, and life insurance.
• Manage enrollment, changes, and terminations related to benefits and payroll.
• Respond to employee queries regarding payroll and benefits information with accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintain employee payroll and benefits records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Reconcile payroll data with general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports to relevant government agencies (e.g., SARS).
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation, tax laws, and benefit regulations.
• Assist with payroll audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations.
• Support HR with data for HR reporting and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures related to payroll and benefits.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Payroll Administration, Accounting, or Human Resources.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Proven experience with South African payroll legislation, including BCEA, LRA, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage) and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
• Strong understanding of benefits administration processes.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote environment.
• Familiarity with different employee contract types and their payroll implications.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers significant flexibility and convenience, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, along with comprehensive medical aid contributions and membership in a retirement fund.
• You will have access to professional development opportunities and a supportive online work environment.
• The company values work-life balance and offers generous paid time off.
• Employees benefit from a strong emphasis on continuous learning and are encouraged to enhance their skills in payroll and benefits administration.
• This is a great opportunity to join a stable company while enjoying the perks of a remote role.