Payroll - Senior Administrator

Location:	Johannesburg, Ferndale, Randburg
Education level:	Degree
Job level:	Mid/Senior
Own transport required:	Yes
Type:	1 year
Reference:	#NNG0027
Company:	Newzroom Afrika

A payroll senior administrator plays a crucial role in the human resources department of an organisation, overseeing the payroll process to ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time. This position involves a blend to technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills, as the job requires managing complex payroll systems, interpreting employment laws, and addressing employee queries

Payroll processing and management:

• Oversee the preparation and processing of the organisation's payroll in a timely and accurate manner.
• Compliance with Payroll SOPs
• Calculate and process special payments like bonuses, severance, and back pay.
• Collect and verify timesheets and rosters for Freelance employees.
• Calculate pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves and overtime.
• Accurately calculate and report employee tax withholdings, unemployment fund and workers compensation fund.
• Handle the end-to-end payroll process, including collecting, calculating, and entering data to issue salaries to employees. This includes regular salaries, overtime, bonuses, and any other forms of compensation.

Compliance and reporting:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit payroll related documents, such as tax filings, third party payments
• Generate reports for finance and HR departments, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports, including tax reports and documents necessary for audits.
• Maintain accurate and up-to date payroll records and employee files. Ensure confidentiality and security of payroll.

System management and configuration:

• Work close with Sage partners on any system related issues
• Manage and configure the payroll system to ensure efficient operations.
• Implement improvements to payroll processes and systems for increased efficient and accuracy.
• Collaborate with IT department to resolve any system issues

Employee communication:

• Serve as the point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll.
• Provide training and support to employees on the of payroll-related systems.
• Ensure that employees understand their payslips and the components of their compensation.

Collaboration and support:

• Work closely with HR and finance department.
• Assist with audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Participate in HR projects such as implementation of new benefits or compensation plans.

Requirements and qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance. Human resources or related field is typically required.
• Five + years’ experience in payroll
• Strong understanding of payroll tax laws and statutory Laws.
• Familiar with general accounting principles
• Experience with SAGE 300 is essential
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advance Excel skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining complex payroll issues
• Knowledge of freelance payment will be an advantage.
• Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and regulations
• Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software
• Exquisite math and numerical skills
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet payroll deadlines
• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in payroll data.
• Ability to accurately calculate payroll amounts, deductions, and contributions.

Posted on 18 Apr 13:50, Closing date 2 May