Payroll Specialist: Precise Pay & Reporting

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd is seeking a Payroll Administrator to support and administer payroll processes, maintain employee records, and provide timely payroll reporting in Pretoria. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to handle payroll queries from staff and management.

Candidates should have prior payroll administration experience, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, formulas, VLOOKUPs) and familiarity with Sage 300 People or VIP Premier.

Qualifications

• Must have payroll administration experience.
• Knowledge of Sage 300 People or VIP Premier preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, formulas, and data analysis.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll-related transactions and update employee data.
• Prepare and process monthly payroll and ensure accuracy.
• Respond to payroll queries and protect confidentiality.
• Compile payroll reports and perform data reconciliation.
• Assist with payroll audits and compliance submissions.

Skills

Excel advanced

Pivot Tables

Formulas & data analysis

VLOOKUP

Macros

Sage 300 People

VIP Premier

Numerical & analytical ability

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Sage 300 People

VIP Premier

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd is seeking a Payroll Administrator to support and administer payroll processes, maintain employee records, and provide timely payroll reporting in Pretoria. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to handle payroll queries from staff and management.

Candidates should have prior payroll administration experience, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, formulas, VLOOKUPs) and familiarity with Sage 300 People or VIP Premier.