Payroll Administrator

Location: Marlboro  

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely administration of both our weekly and monthly payrolls, covering approximately 600 employees.

This is a high-volume, deadline-driven role that requires someone who can hit the ground running, work independently and take ownership of the payroll process from start to finish.

 

Key Responsibilities

Process and administer both weekly and monthly payrolls for approximately 600 employees. Capture and verify payroll inputs accurately and within strict deadlines. Process new employees, terminations, salary adjustments, promotions, transfers and other employee changes. Process overtime, allowances, deductions, leave and other payroll-related adjustments. Ensure accurate processing of statutory deductions and payroll-related submissions. Perform payroll reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies. Generate and review payroll reports and schedules. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records. Handle employee payroll queries professionally and efficiently. Ensure payroll information is treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Liaise with HR, Finance and management regarding payroll matters. Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations and year-end processes. Ensure compliance with relevant South African payroll legislation and internal procedures.

 

Minimum Requirements

3+ years’ relevant payroll administration experience. Sage 300 Payroll experience – essential. Experience processing both weekly and monthly payrolls – essential. Experience working with a payroll of 500+ employees will be highly advantageous. Good understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements. Strong Excel skills. Excellent numerical and reconciliation abilities. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict payroll deadlines. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

 

What We’re Looking For

We need someone who is experienced, reliable and able to get stuck in from day one. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with high-volume payrolls, managing competing deadlines and ensuring that both weekly and monthly payrolls are processed accurately and on time.

Sage 300 experience is an essential requirement for this position.