Payroll Clerk

Joubert & Associates; Villiersdorp; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A fruit exporting company in Villiersdorp is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk responsible for payroll administration, employee onboarding, and reporting. The ideal candidate must have 5 years of experience with payroll systems, strong understanding of labor laws, and be proficient in payroll software. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and respected organization exporting premium apples and pears globally.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience working with payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of payroll procedures and statutory deadlines.
• Excellent planning and reporting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll administration including onboarding and wage processing.
• Coordinate leave management.
• Generate weekly and monthly payroll reports.

Skills

Payroll systems experience

Understanding of labor laws

Computer literacy

Strong mathematics skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Farm Cost Solutions

Crest software

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Overview

Betko Fresh Produce, established in 1988, is a family-operated business specialising in the export of premium apples and pears to over 40 countries. Rooted in Villiersdorp, South Africa, Betko has grown from a local fruit trader into a respected international supplier. The company currently has a vacancy for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to take responsibility for managing the payroll function for wage staff at Betko.

Responsibilities

• Payroll administration (e.g. employee onboarding and termination, wage processing, attendance records, overtime, etc.)
• Leave management and coordination
• Handle employee queries regarding payslips, leave balances, bank related documentation, etc.
• Weekly and monthly payroll reports
• Receive and process daily pack out data and compile weekly reports regarding production per pack line

Requirements

• 5 years of experience working with payroll systems
• Strong understanding of payroll procedures, labour laws, and statutory deadlines
• Knowledge of leave procedures
• Good understanding of UIF processes and other deductibles
• Above average computer literacy (at least 5 years of experience and solid understanding of Farm Cost Solutions system, Crest software is preferrable)
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of employee onboarding and termination procedures, including disciplinary dismissals (e.g. UI19 forms, etc.)
• Familiarity with Provident Fund processes and related documentation and submissions
• Strong mathematics and accounting skills
• Understanding of the production process and ability to compile relevant reports
• Good interpersonal skills (for queries etc.)
• Excellent planning and reporting abilities