Payroll & Compliance Administrator

Reference: 10463 SJ
Consultant: Sone Johnson

Job Description:

  • Process the full payroll cycle using Sage 300 People, including data input, calculations, benefits administration and reporting (9 entities, +- 420 employees)
  • Monthly payrolls only, multiple package structures (Cash-up & TCTC & Independent Contractors)
  • Coordinate with the wider HR team to ensure all staff changes are processed timeously and correctly on the payroll
  • Ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries, statutory deductions (PAYE, UIF, SDL, etc.), and all other external payments like Retirement and Medical Fund etc.
  • Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation (Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity, South Africa Revenue Services etc.)
  • Annual COID submissions & claims administration
  • Ensure high levels of data integrity on the payroll system
  • Process and reconcile all inputs received and other employee-related payments
  • Prepare and submit monthly statutory returns (EMP201, etc.)
  • Prepare data for bi-annual statutory submissions (EMP501, etc.)
  • Generate interim tax certificates for provisional taxpayers
  • Respond to employee payroll queries and resolve any discrepancies in a timely and professional manner, keeping the Reward & Payroll Manager informed
  • Generate and distribute payroll reports as required
  • Perform all payroll-related month-end functions
  • Monthly benefit fund submissions (Retirement Fund, Medical Aid, employee assistance program)
  • UIF administration
  • Assist with the preparation for payroll audits, BEE audits and reconciliations
  • Assist with Disability claims
  • Assist with general administrative tasks related to payroll, benefits, and statutory compliance
  • Assist with Payroll projects as needed
  • Assist the Reward & Payroll Manager as needed

Qualifications:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
  • A functional understanding of South African payroll legislation and regulations
  • Experience with retirement fund & medical aid administration
  • Experience with COID claims & administration
  • Good numerical and analytical skills
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail and conscientiousness
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all time

How to Apply:

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.