Job Description
About the Role
The Springs Payroll Administrator will be responsible for ensuring seamless payroll operations, providing excellent customer service, and adhering to statutory legislation. As a seasoned professional with extensive experience in payroll processing, you will lead our team in implementing new payroll processes, resolving second-line enquiries, and maintaining accurate payroll data.
Key Responsibilities
- Validate dismissals/resignations and verify final pay-outs
- Resolve second line enquiries timeously and effectively within service level agreement (SLA)
- Review and sign off all interim payments
- Oversee payroll filing
- Print and distribution of payslips on a weekly/monthly basis
- Plan, organise and implement payroll processes that meet business unit requirements
- Reconciles payroll data to third party vendors
- Clears reconciling items via the payroll within 30 days
- Compile and distribute comprehensive month end reports to business units
- Recommend changes or implement new processes around the payroll system to meet business unit requirements
- Testing of any cost component and legislative changes
- Report all system problems to the responsible ICT department and follow through to resolution
- Participate and/or manage any project that is initiated in SSC whether team or individual input is required
Requirements
- Minimum eight (8) years’ working experience in Payroll
- Payroll processing experience on payrolls with a minimum headcount of one thousand five hundred employees
- Human Resource and Personal Administration knowledge advantageous
- JDE and Educos Payroll System experience
- Excellent Excel Skills a must have
- Sound knowledge of BCEA, UIF, SDL and PAYE
Qualifications
- Matric Certificate with Maths and Accounting (Maths Literacy is not sufficient)
- Payroll or Finance qualification will be advantageous.
How to Apply
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About Other Finance/Accounting Jobs in Gauteng
The finance and accounting sector is a significant contributor to the economy of Gauteng, South Africa, providing numerous opportunities for professionals looking to advance their careers. With major financial institutions, banks, and multinational corporations based in the province, there is a high demand for skilled finance and accounting professionals.
Salary ranges in Gauteng are generally in line with national averages, but can vary depending on factors such as industry, company size, and level of experience. According to recent job postings, average salary ranges for finance and accounting positions in Gauteng include:
R250 000 – R350 000 per annum for junior finance professionals
R400 000 – R600 000 per annum for experienced accountants
R700 000 – R1 200 000 per annum for senior finance managers
Key skills required for success in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng include:
Financial planning and analysis
Accounting standards and compliance (e.g. IFRS)
Data analytics and reporting
Communication and interpersonal skills
Budgeting and forecasting
Risk management
Business acumen and strategic thinking
Major employers in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng include:
Standard Bank, one of South Africa’s largest banks, with its headquarters located in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Multinational corporations such as IBM, which has a significant presence in the province, and Unilever, a leading consumer goods company.
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), which is also based in the province and provides opportunities for finance professionals to work in investment banking and stockbroking.
Career growth opportunities are available in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng, with many companies investing in training and development programs to support their employees’ career progression. Senior finance managers can move into executive roles, while experienced accountants can take on leadership positions or start their own businesses. Additionally, the JSE offers a range of training programs and certifications for finance professionals, such as the Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) program.
Overall, the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng presents numerous opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, with a high demand for skilled professionals and competitive salary ranges.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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