Payroll Specialist: Accurate & Timely Processing

Prudent HR Solutions; Stutterheim; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudent HR Solutions in Stutterheim, South Africa, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage accurate weekly and monthly payroll processing. You will maintain employee data, handle calculations, and ensure legal and company policy compliance with a strong emphasis on confidentiality.

The role requires 3-5 years of payroll experience, proficiency in payroll software and Excel, and the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of payroll administration experience.
• Experience with payroll software.
• Sound knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Capture and maintain employee payroll information.
• Calculate salaries, wages, overtime, allowances, bonuses, and deductions.
• Process leave, absenteeism, and timesheet information.
• Administer statutory deductions including PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other required contributions.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation and payroll regulations.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll journals and reports for management.
• Maintain employee records and payroll documentation.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees.
• Assist with year-end payroll processes, including IRP5 submissions.
• Liaise with HR and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Payroll Software

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Payroll qualification (advantageous)

Tools

Sage Payroll

VIP Payroll

Excel

Job description

Prudent HR Solutions in Stutterheim, South Africa, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage accurate weekly and monthly payroll processing. You will maintain employee data, handle calculations, and ensure legal and company policy compliance with a strong emphasis on confidentiality.

The role requires 3-5 years of payroll experience, proficiency in payroll software and Excel, and the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.