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Job Description

Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team for a maternity cover. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll while coordinating closely with operational teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain up-to-date records.

The position is a 6 month maternity cover position with potential of becoming permanent!

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing:

• • Prepare and process weekly/monthly payroll accurately and on time
  • Ensure correct calculations of salaries, wages, deductions, and overtime
  • Uploading of payments to banking platform
  • Getting approval and payment

• Rosters & Coordination:

• • Review staff rosters for accuracy and alignment with payroll
  • Liaise with the operational team to query and resolve discrepancies in timesheets and schedules

• System Management:

• • Import payroll data into the payroll system (e.g. Sage)
  • Maintain employee payroll records and update changes promptly

• Compliance & Reporting:

• • Submit statutory returns (PAYE, UIF, SDL)
  • Prepare and submit EMP201s and assist with EMP501 reconciliations and IRP5 submissions
  • Ensure compliance with SARS and Department of Labour regulations

• Support Functions:

• • Generate payslips and distribute securely
  • Handle employee payroll queries with professionalism and confidentiality
  • Assist in audits and reporting as required

Requirements:

• Proven experience in payroll administration
• Strong knowledge of South African tax and labour laws
• Proficiency in payroll software and Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills