This role is indispensable for ensuring that employees receive their correct salaries and benefits amidst the country's complex tax laws and labour practices. Key duties involve processing payroll, administering statutory deductions like UIF and PAYE, ensuring compliance with SARS regulations and resolving payroll discrepancies. By efficiently managing these responsibilities, payroll administrators help maintain financial stability and employee morale, making them essential to the company's operational success.
Job Title: Payroll Administrator
Location: [Insert location]
Salary Range: [Insert salary range]
Job Overview: Are you detail-oriented and passionate about accuracy in payroll processes? We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Your expertise will be critical in managing our payroll operations smoothly and efficiently.
About the Role: As a Payroll Administrator, you will be the backbone of our payroll operations, ensuring that employee compensation is handled accurately and punctually. You will maintain employee records, prepare detailed payroll reports, and ensure compliance with local and national payroll regulations. Your role will involve collaboration with various departments to guarantee seamless payroll and benefits processing.
Responsibilities:
- Payroll Processing: Prepare and process employee payroll on a regular schedule, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Employee Records Management: Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of employee personal and employment details, salaries, benefits, and deductions.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to local and national regulations related to payroll, taxes and benefits.
- Document Preparation: Prepare and distribute employee pay stubs, W-2 forms, and other related documents.
- Employee Support: Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits, providing clear and helpful information.
- Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with HR and other departments to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and benefits.
- System Maintenance: Maintain and update payroll processing systems and tools as necessary.
- Report Generation: Generate payroll reports, including tax filings and unemployment insurance reports.
- Tax Submission: Ensure accurate and timely submission of payroll taxes and other related payments.
- Account Reconciliation: Reconcile payroll-related accounts and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
Requirements:
- Matric plus relevant tertiary qualification.
- 2+ years of experience in Payroll Administration.
- Proficiency with payroll processing systems and tools, such as ADP, Workday, or SAP.
- Familiarity with local and national payroll, tax and benefits regulations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Working Hours:
[Stipulate the working hours]
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plans
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
