Payroll Administrator

1 week ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Poverty striken Full time

Job brief

We are looking for a Payroll Officer to join our HR department and administer our employee compensation.

Payroll Officer responsibilities include calculating employees’ compensation, updating our internal payroll databases and ensuring timely payments. To be successful in this role, you should have a flair for numbers and be able to handle sensitive information. If you’re also familiar with labor legislation, we’d like to meet you.

Ultimately, you will help run a smooth and accurate payroll process.

**Responsibilities**:
Collect daily, weekly or monthly timesheets

Calculate bonuses and allowances

Prepare employees’ compensation by the end of each month using payroll software

Schedule bank payments or hand out paychecks directly to employees

Distribute payment statements and gather signed receipts (digital or paper)

Report on payroll expenses

Enter new employees’ data (e.g. bank accounts and tax identification numbers) into internal databases

Answer questions about compensation, benefits, taxes and insurance deductions

Requirements and skills

Proven work experience as a Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk or similar role

Hands-on experience with Sage VIP and accounting software

Strong math skills with an ability to spot numerical errors

Ability to handle confidential information

Qualification in accounting, Human Resources or relevant field.

**Salary**: From R30,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Johannesburg, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)



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