Trainee Payroll Administrator

2 days ago

Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, South Africa Streets Chartered Accountants Full time R50 000 - R70 000 per year
Overall Purpose of the Role

The Trainee Payroll Administrator will support the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role involves processing full-cycle payrolls, administering statutory allowances, ensuring correct payments, maintaining auto-enrolment responsibilities, and fostering positive client relationships. The position is ideal for someone eager to build a long-term career in payroll within a progressive, growing accountancy practice.

Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration

  • Process and administer weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish.

  • Prepare and submit all statutory filings, including FPS, EPS, P45s, Starter Declarations, End-of-Year Declarations, and P60s.

  • Manage the accurate payment of salaries and statutory allowances across a range of clients.

  • Administer auto enrolment responsibilities in line with regulatory requirements.

  • Complete all month-end and year-end payroll processes to required standards.

Client Liaison

  • Act as a point of contact for client queries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

  • Maintain strong, positive relationships with client contacts to support smooth payroll operations.

Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure all payroll reporting meets legislative requirements, HMRC guidance, and deadlines.

  • Produce management reports as required.

Additional Duties

  • Assist with any ad hoc assignments or projects as directed by the Payroll Services Manager.

Attributes & Competencies

  • Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel (intermediate level).

  • Ability to learn new systems and software quickly and accurately.

  • Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.

  • Strong sense of accountability, demonstrating ownership of tasks and outcomes.

  • Proactive approach to workload management with the ability to balance priorities effectively.

  • Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset.

  • Commitment to delivering excellent client service.

What We Offer

  • Full-time trainee payroll position within a progressive and expanding accountancy practice.

  • Access to both internal and external training and development opportunities.

  • Exposure to a broad range of clients across multiple industries.

  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.

  • Competitive employment package.

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