Payroll Officer

The Staff Connection; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is urgently seeking a qualified Payroll Administrator to join their team. This role requires strong technical skills and attention to detail for full payroll processing, ensuring compliance with labor laws and managing payroll expenses. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Payroll Administration and 3–5 years of relevant experience, including proficiency in VIP Sage 300 People.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in payroll administration.
• Proven track record in handling payroll.
• Related payroll training and development.

Responsibilities

• Full payroll processing (weekly & monthly).
• Ensure payroll data accuracy and maintain compliance.
• Administer pension/provident fund transactions.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Skills

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Education

Diploma in Payroll Administration

Tools

VIP Sage 300 People

Syspro

Job description

Urgent role : Payroll Administrator required!

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator with strong technical skills and a thorough understanding of payroll systems and compliance to join our client's team.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Minimum Requirements :

• Local citizens
• Diploma in Payroll Administration or similar discipline
• 3–5 years' experience in a payroll administration role
• Proven track record in handling payroll for an organisation
• Proficiency in payroll software (VIP Sage 300 People essential)
• Syspro knowledge is advantageous
• Related payroll training and development

Key Responsibilities :

• Full payroll processing (weekly & monthly) using VIP Sage 300 People
• Capture new employees, process terminations, leave, claims, promotions, and transfers
• Ensure payroll data accuracy and perform necessary adjustments
• Administer and maintain the Coin clock card system
• Capture shifts for Leave Enhancement Pay calculations
• Maintain data integrity and compliance with labour laws , tax regulations , and bargaining council agreements
• Manage UIF applications, submissions , and related processes
• Liaise with SARS, Workman’s Compensation, UIF for registrations, payments, and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and supporting documentation
• Administer pension / provident fund withdrawals and related paperwork
• Ensure all payroll expenses and liabilities are accurately allocated to relevant accounts

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