Payroll Data Administrator (JB5213)

Kontak Recruitment; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food retail and distribution is looking for a meticulous Payroll Data Administrator. This full-time position is essential for maintaining payroll accuracy and financial compliance. The role involves capturing and reconciling salary data, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating closely with HR and finance teams. If you have a keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute significantly to the organization's financial processes while working in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and ability to handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Capture salary and expense data accurately into internal systems.
• Reconcile salary records with financial statements and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data management

Payroll systems understanding

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Tools

Spreadsheets

Data management tools

Job description

Payroll Data Administrator (JB5213)
Honeydew, Johannesburg
R15 000 - R18 000 per month
Duration: Permanent

A well-established business in the food retail and distribution sector is seeking a meticulous and analytical Payroll Data Administrator to join their team in the Honeydew area. This full-time role focuses on salary data capture, reconciliation, and reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting payroll accuracy and financial compliance by ensuring data integrity and collaborating closely with HR, payroll, and finance teams.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
2. Familiarity with spreadsheets and data management tools
3. Understanding of payroll systems (working with outsourced payroll is a plus)
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
6. Effective communication and collaboration skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Accurately capture salary and expense data into internal systems or spreadsheets
2. Reconcile salary records with financial statements or payroll systems
3. Verify data accuracy and resolve discrepancies
4. Maintain organized documentation for expense reports and credit application
5. Generate and compile salary reconciliation reports for management and audits
6. Safeguard salary records and ensure easy retrieval when needed
7. Liaise with HR, payroll, and finance departments to address data issues or collect missing information