George: Senior Payroll administrator & HR Assistant posted by R.A.W. GROUP

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Payroll Administrator & HR Assistant to join our team at R.A.W. GROUP in George, Western Cape. As a key member of our payroll and HR functions, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our payroll processes and providing administrative support to our HR department.

Key Responsibilities

• Full payroll function: Processing the monthly & weekly payroll for multiple entities (250+ employees)
• Completing statutory returns and handling of statutory payments
• Dealing with staff queries
• Garnishees & maintenance Orders
• Capturing employee data in respect of engagements, terminations, transfers, and promotions
• Checking payroll variances
• Preparing payroll files for finance and producing reports for month-end
• Preparing and collecting monthly & weekly payroll input
• Maintenance of annual & sick leave registers
• Maintenance of pension & medical aid/insurance schedules & contributions
• Filing of all appropriate information and record keeping
• Accurately capture and review data
• Accurately process timesheets ensuring deadlines are met
• Send net listing reports to relevant departments for approval and payment
• Monthly UIF declarations
• Monthly returns to various Bargaining Councils

• Assisting with day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties.
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, performance evaluations etc.)
• Schedule meetings, interviews and general appointments.
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc.)
• Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees.
• Assist with Company culture, team building and events.
• Issuing of employment contracts, warnings etc.
• Overseeing all IODs matters.
• Overseeing students (attendance registers, logbooks etc.)
• Actively manage the clocking system (capture of leave, sick leave etc.)
• Managing databases and filing systems.
• Typing, compiling and preparing reports.
• General emails as per instruction.
• Taking meeting minutes.
• Town trips if necessary.

Requirements

• 4 to 5 years’ experience in a full function payroll for 250 + employees
• Matric / Grade 12
• Post-secondary education in HR, Finance, or Payroll
• Sage VIP knowledge non-negational requirement
• Strong understanding of statutory payments and return
• Valid driver’s License
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Exhibit strong communication skills in conveying financial information and interacting with colleagues.
• Showcase exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in handling administrative tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Must reside in the Garden Route area.

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Salary & Benefits

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