Permanent - Payroll Administrator - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa

Key Performance Areas

Payroll Management:

• Accurately process payroll for all employees using VIP Sage Payroll.
• Ensure payroll is completed on time and in accordance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Wage Payroll Verification and Authorization:
• Review and verify wage payroll calculations for accuracy.
• Authorize wage payments to ensure timely disbursement.

Tax Compliance:

• Manage employee tax calculations, submissions, and compliance with SARS regulations.
• Prepare and submit EMP201, EMP501, and other statutory returns online.

Reconciliations:

• Perform monthly payroll reconciliations, including General Ledger (GL) and payroll accounts.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Ensure 3rd Party Payments (e.g., pension funds, medical aid, UIF, etc.) and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.

Employee Records:

• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and management promptly.

Reporting:

• Generate payroll reports for management and audit purposes.
• Provide analysis and insights on payroll data as required.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with the HR and finance teams to align payroll activities with organizational goals.
• Foster positive working relationships with employees by providing excellent support and service.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Education:

• Diploma in Human Resources or a related field.
• Payroll Qualification is essential.
• A Bookkeeping Qualification will be advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience working with VIP Sage Payroll.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in payroll systems and tools.
• Strong understanding of South African employee tax legislation and statutory submissions.
• Experience in performing General Ledger (GL) and payroll reconciliations.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Other Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other related tools.