Payroll Administrator

Chain of Fast Food Restaurants is looking for a Payroll Administrator based at their Head Offices in the V&A Waterfront.
- Collaboration with our HR department to ensure that all relevant payroll processing is loaded onto the payroll system (SAGE VIP).
- Processing of the Team Members and Managers payrolls within required deadlines and ensure that the required supporting documentation and approval is in place.
- Verifying and processing of new employees (onboarding) done by our HR team.
- Modifying of 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 finalisation.
- Maintain payroll information through efficient record keeping and filing.
- Resolving queries and ensuring ongoing compliance.
- Provide support to management to finalise 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 or NQF 4 Certificate.
- At least 2 years' experience as a Payroll Administrator or similar role.
- Payroll Certificate and / or accounting exposure is advantageous.
- Sage VIP
- 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.