Payroll Support Admin — Path to Payroll Administrator

PTY; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd in Pretoria is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Payroll department and assist with day-to-day administrative tasks. This role offers an opportunity to develop into a Payroll Administrator position, with an emphasis on strong Excel skills.

The role involves preparing payroll reports, maintaining records, handling emails, and supporting payroll-related administration. A pathway to dedicated payroll duties is available over time.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required, including VLOOKUPs, formulas and data analysis.
• Macros are highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and compilation of payroll reports.
• Maintain and update electronic records and documentation.
• Manage email correspondence and administrative tasks as required.
• Assist with internal administration projects and support functions.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of company data and records.
• Compile, update and distribute reports; extract and analyse information using Excel.
• Assist payroll-related administrative duties and support the payroll function.

Skills

Advanced Excel

VLOOKUP

Formulas and data analysis

Macros

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd in Pretoria is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Payroll department and assist with day-to-day administrative tasks. This role offers an opportunity to develop into a Payroll Administrator position, with an emphasis on strong Excel skills.

The role involves preparing payroll reports, maintaining records, handling emails, and supporting payroll-related administration. A pathway to dedicated payroll duties is available over time.