JUNIOR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR – CAPE TOWN

The Salaries and wages department require a process-driven, attentive to detail and organized individual to join their team. This position requires an efficient individual who is able to work in a fast paced environment and is able to meet deadlines.

Duties & responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• To accurately and timeously process the SA Metal payroll of 1250+ employees
• Accurately process timesheets ensuring deadlines are met
• Accurately calculate overtime and leave payments
• To ensure third party deductions are processed and payments are made by a specific date
• Process statutory deductions i.t.o. PAYE, UIF, WCA, etc.
• Maintain payroll records in terms of statutory requirements.
• Calculating allowances, shift payments and pay increase
• Answering staff queries about timesheets or pay slips
• Liaise with Human Capital on wage and HR concerns
• Proactive approach to payroll processing

Qualifying Criteria:

• Matric or equivalent
• Accsys PeopleWare experience advantageous
• Computer literacy essential (Microsoft Office) – create spreadsheets, communicate with e-mail, compile reports and present data in tabulated form, numerical and descriptive accuracy essential
• Working knowledge of Time & Attendance software
• 2-3 years of experience processing payroll for a large organization
• Experience of working in a service orientated division and environment

Qualifying Attributes

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Prepared to work overtime when required
• Ability to multi-task and manage a demanding workload in a pressurised environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with people on all levels
• Be self-motivated and results driven
• Disciplined in following procedures when executing tasks
• Planning, decision making and analytical skills
• Be assertive and have a mature approach
• Be able to work both independently and in a team
• Good time management skills
• High work standards
• Be organised
• Logical and detail orientated methodologies
• Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity

Other Information:

Job title: Payroll Assistant
Reporting to: Payroll Team Leader and Divisional Director - Human Capital
Job type: Permanent position
Standard hours: 08h00–17h00: Monday – Thursday
08h00–16h00: Friday
May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
Salary We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Benefits include

• Provident fund
• Medical aid
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment