Payroll Officer

Edge Executive Search Group; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Executive Search Group is seeking a Payroll Officer for our head office in Randburg. This permanent role requires accuracy and a strong eye for detail to deliver a high-quality payroll function.

Responsibilities include processing payroll, reconciliations, reporting, journal preparation and resolving queries, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and professional stakeholder service.

Qualifications

• Matric (NQF Level 4) is required.
• A two-year Payroll Administration Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• At least five years' experience in payroll administration.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Sound administrative and organisational skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Professional, service-oriented approach to stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Update, maintain and process payroll accurately and within established deadlines.
• Ensure payroll activities comply with policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
• Process employee and third-party payments accurately and timely.
• Prepare and submit payroll reconciliations within reporting deadlines.
• Complete manual journals when required.
• Assist with monthly and annual payroll reporting requirements.
• Provide professional and responsive service to stakeholders.
• Stay informed about payroll practices, trends and statutory requirements.
• Identify and resolve payroll-related problems and discrepancies.
• Contribute to maintaining departmental competence, motivation and continuous improvement.
• Work independently and collaboratively to maintain quality and accuracy.

Skills

Payroll administration

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Matric (NQF 4)

Payroll Administration Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Payroll software

Job description

Payroll Officer | Head Office | Permanent

Are you an experienced payroll professional with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy? Join an established hospitality and entertainment group where your payroll expertise will contribute to the effective delivery of a high-quality payroll function.

The Payroll Officer will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring that all employee and third-party payments are processed in accordance with company policies, procedures and applicable statutory requirements. The role requires a high level of accuracy, strong administrative capability and the ability to work effectively within a deadline-driven environment.

You will also play an important role in payroll reconciliations, reporting, journal preparation and the resolution of payroll-related queries. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements while providing professional support and service to internal and external stakeholders.

Our client is a well-established South African hospitality, gaming and entertainment group with a substantial national footprint and a diverse workforce. The organisation offers an established corporate environment with opportunities for professional development, collaboration and long-term career growth.

What You'll Do

• Update, maintain and process payroll accurately and within established deadlines.

• Ensure payroll activities comply with company policies, procedures and statutory requirements.

• Process employee and third-party payments accurately and timeously.

• Prepare and submit payroll reconciliations within required reporting deadlines.

• Complete manual journals when required.

• Assist with monthly and annual payroll reporting requirements.

• Provide professional and responsive service to internal and external stakeholders.

• Stay informed about relevant payroll practices, trends and statutory requirements.

• Identify and resolve payroll-related problems and discrepancies.

• Contribute to maintaining departmental competence, motivation and continuous improvement.

• Work independently and collaboratively to maintain consistent quality and accuracy.

What You Bring

• Matric (NQF Level 4).

• A two-year Payroll Administration Diploma or equivalent qualification.

• At least five years' experience in payroll administration.

• Good verbal and written English communication skills.

• Strong computer literacy.

• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.

• Sound administrative and organisational skills.

• The ability to work accurately under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

• A professional, service-oriented approach to working with stakeholders.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What Success Looks Like

• Payroll is processed accurately, consistently and within established deadlines.

• Employee and third-party payments are completed correctly.

• Payroll reconciliations and reporting are submitted on time.

• Payroll-related discrepancies and queries are resolved efficiently.

• Statutory and internal payroll requirements are consistently met.

• Internal and external stakeholders receive professional and reliable service.

• The payroll department benefits from a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.