Payroll Administrator

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the Markman, Port Elizabeth team.

• Administer and submit data into payrolls
• Ensure that the company policies and procedures are applied correctly and consistently within the remuneration functions
• Capture changes to personal data, discharges, transfers, deductions, allowances, pay adjustments and short payments
• Process payrolls
• Print payroll reports
• Update payroll database
• Generate and submit electronic salaries and wages deposit for payment
• Produce and submit statutory returns (monthly), for P.A.Y.E., U.I.F., and S.D.L.
• Calculate, balance and generate returns for third parties, e.g. taxes, U.I.F., S.D.L., garnishees, provident fund, medical aid, maintenance, trade union etc.
• Maintain history records of all third‑party payments made
• Maintain up to date leave records for all employees (weekly / monthly)
• Submit all documents relating to payroll for verification / review to the manager for final approval
• Do annual reconciliations for IRP5
• Produce input files from time & attendance system for input into payroll system
• Filing and general queries
• Administration of the company's pension fund, provident fund and sick pay fund
• Reconcile contribution payments and monthly remittance advices
• Administer withdrawals, retirements, death and funeral claims
• Assist with queries
• Assist with time & attendance system when required

• Grade 12
• Payroll course / diploma OR 5 years’ experience in payroll
• Pastel payroll experience essential
• Minimum 5 year’s strong administrative skills
• ASTROW time & attendance system experience
• Strong knowledge of financial procedures
• Accurate report writing skills
• Valid drivers license and own transport