Our Client, a prominent name in the Property and Retail Management sector is seeking to employ an experienced Payroll Administrator to their team based in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• Minimum of three years’ payroll processing experience.
• Retail or FMCG experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Commercial experience with multiple company payroll processing is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative.
• Highly detail-oriented, accurate, and organized.
• System-orientated with a focus on efficiencies and process improvements.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Familiarity with payroll software and Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge and experience in preparing and loading bank payments.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Process the full payroll function for multiple companies, covering approximately 350 employees.
• Import batch data from Astrow attendance software for payroll processing.
• Capture and update employee records, including leave, new hires, and terminations.
• Input and reconcile deduction schedules from various stores and entities.
• Liaise with Store HR officers, senior management, and finance staff regarding payroll matters.
• Process and upload UIF, EMP201, EMP501, and Workers’ Compensation reports.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of Injury on Duty (IOD) paperwork.
• Create and prepare payment batches for uploading into banking software.
• Complete month-end payroll reporting, reconciliations, and filing.
• Support Finance with Salary Control Account reconciliations.
• Perform variance analysis and prepare account reconciliations.
• Prepare and process third-party payments for approval and upload onto bank software.
• Assist the Group CFO with payroll-related forecasting reports, annual budgets, and updates.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.