Payroll Administrator

Responsibilities

Collaboration with our HR department to ensure all relevant payroll processing is loaded onto the payroll system.
Processing the staff members ‘ and Managers’ payrolls within required deadlines and ensuring that the required supporting documentation and approval are in place.
Verify and process new employees (onboarding) through our HR team.
Modifying existing employee information such as change /update of banking details and movements.
Check and process all once-off changes e.g. pay-rate increases
Prepare all monthly payroll reports per the monthly checklist for submission and review to the payroll supervisor.
Completing all and any UIF forms such as UI-19, Certificate of Service, UI-19, Salary Schedule, and Maternity documents as may be required and following payroll finalization.
Maintain payroll information through efficient record-keeping and filing.
Resolving queries and ensuring ongoing compliance.
Provide support to management to finalize account reconciliations for monthly submission.
Assist management with generating payroll reports or with payroll information as needed.
Assist with payroll-related tax and financial year-end procedures.
General administrative support and any other ad hoc duties relating to the administration of the payroll.
Requirements

Grade 12
3 years experience as a Payroll Administrator
Working knowledge of SAGE payroll software
Payroll Certificate and/or accounting exposure is advantageous
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel).
Accurate data entry skills with great attention to detail and dedication to quality.
Strong numeracy skills.
Ability to maintain data integrity and strong reporting skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to manage all aspects of payroll in a timely and accurate manner.
Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner.
Good teamwork skills and ability to work independently where required.
Ability to tackle challenges from different perspectives to problem solve. / Problem Solving Skills.
Sound understanding of human resources and labour rules and regulations.