Senior Payroll Administrator

SUMMARY:
Join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your expertise in payroll management will drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

POSITION INFO:
My client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage and oversee the accurate processing of payroll for both salaried and wage employees.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team, ensure compliance with payroll regulations, and provide critical support to HR and Finance functions.

This role is based in Durban North.

Key Responsibilities:
Salary Payroll:

• Maintain and update the monthly salary amendment spreadsheet, including new hires, terminations, fringe benefits, and subsistence allowances.
• Process staff deductions and other ad hoc monthly changes.
• Reconcile third-party payment statements and assist with payment schedule preparation.
• Maintain and generate monthly payroll reports using VIP.
• Address payroll reconciliation queries and complete UI19 forms.

• Maintain and update employee information on VIP for weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly wage payrolls.
• Import hours, allowances, and shifts for processing.
• Capture additional earnings and deductions while ensuring timely payroll capture and release.
• Generate payroll and tax year-end reports and distribute relevant reports to branches.
• Perform third-party monthly reconciliations, including provident funds and industry bodies.
• Address and resolve payroll-related queries efficiently.

• Prepare and reconcile EMP201 submissions and assist with EMP501 submissions.
• Support equity, skills, SEST, and STATSA reporting.
• Assist with HR-related queries and ensure compliance with tax and labour laws.

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all employee types.
• Maintain comprehensive record-keeping in VIP, including leave and overtime tracking.
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for management and auditing purposes.
• Collaborate with finance and divisional administrators for seamless information flow.

• Implement process improvements and resolve payroll discrepancies in collaboration with the VIP Manager.
• Stay updated on payroll software, assist with system implementations, and collaborate during upgrades.

• Work closely with the VIP Manager and team members to achieve payroll goals.
• Provide support during peak periods and maintain organized payroll documentation.

• BCom degree
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to handle payroll inquiries.
• Proficiency in payroll reporting and reconciliations.