Payroll Practitioner

Red Ember Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Payroll Practitioner to manage payroll processes for a diverse team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience with Sage 300 and strong knowledge of South African tax legislation. Key responsibilities include payroll administration, compliance with bargaining council regulations, and accurate reporting. Join a dynamic team dedicated to smooth payroll operations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years payroll administration experience on Sage 300.
• Solid knowledge of South African tax legislation.
• Proven ability to provide accurate advice on payroll processes, labour laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Accurate payroll administration on Sage 300 for weekly and monthly payroll.
• Process and verify all payroll documentation within deadlines.
• Reconcile Bargaining Council contributions monthly.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Sage 300

South African Tax Legislation

Bargaining Council Compliance

Detail Orientation

Education

Relevant HR / Payroll Qualification

Tools

Sage 300

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Practitioner to join our clients' team! If you are passionate about accuracy, compliance, and smooth payroll processes, this role is for you.

Weekly Payroll (300 employees)

• Accurate payroll administration on Sage 300.
• Capture and reconcile leave balances on the PRP clocking system daily and import to payroll.
• Process and verify all payroll documentation timeously.
• Load new employees and process terminations in line with Bargaining Council rules.
• Finalize weekly payroll and submit reports to management by set deadlines.
• Submit BC03 forms to the Bargaining Council weekly.
• Reconcile Bargaining Council contributions (Health Care, Provident Fund, Union, etc.) monthly.
• Administer and process weekly wage payments, garnishees, and maintenance orders.
• Submit weekly statistical reports.
• File and archive payroll documentation systematically.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Liaise with HR management and the Bargaining Council on payroll queries and compliance.

Monthly Payroll (200 employees, Head Office & Retail)

• Accurate payroll administration on Sage 300.
• Process monthly payroll documentation and finalize reports within deadlines.
• Submit accurate net payment files for bank transfers.
• Perform monthly reconciliation and submissions for Medical Aid Provident Fund and Funeral Policy.
• Stay updated on tax legislation impacting remuneration.
• Extract and submit monthly EMP201 and payroll General Ledger reports to Finance.
• Complete bi-annual and annual tax year-end submissions and reconciliation.
• Submit monthly UIF declarations and handle UIF documents for terminations and maternity.
• Submit monthly statistical reports.
• File and archive payroll documentation systematically.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Address staff and management payroll-related queries.
• Perform ad hoc payroll duties as required.

Requirements

• Relevant HR / Payroll tertiary qualification.
• 3-5 years payroll administration experience on Sage 300.
• Solid knowledge of South African tax legislation.
• Proven ability to provide accurate advice on payroll processes, labour laws, and regulations.
• Experience working with a Bargaining Council is essential.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.

Education

Relevant HR / Payroll qualification. 3-5 years Sage 300 payroll experience (weekly & monthly). Knowledge of SA tax legislation & Bargaining Council processes. Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and compliance. Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Key Skills

Healthcare Attorney, Apache Tomcat, Commerce, Cost Estimation, Arabic

Employment Details

• Employment Type : Full Time
• Experience : 3-5 years
• Vacancy : 1