Payroll Specialist: Precise Pay, Timely Reporting

Esteem Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Clerk in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will assist with accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees. Key responsibilities include processing payroll, capturing employee data, verifying timesheets, and addressing payroll queries. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in payroll administration, strong numerical skills, and knowledge of South African labour laws. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance and ensuring employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in payroll administration.
• Knowledge of South African labour laws and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Capture and maintain employee data (new hires, terminations, salary changes).
• Verify timesheets, overtime, and leave records for accuracy.
• Calculate earnings, deductions, and statutory contributions.
• Prepare payslips and distribute them.
• Assist with payroll queries and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Diploma / Certificate in Payroll, Finance, or HR

Tools

Sage

VIP

PaySpace

Pastel Payroll

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Clerk in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will assist with accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees. Key responsibilities include processing payroll, capturing employee data, verifying timesheets, and addressing payroll queries. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in payroll administration, strong numerical skills, and knowledge of South African labour laws. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance and ensuring employee satisfaction.