Payroll Administrator - Cape Town at Foundever

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As Payroll Administrator, you’ll be responsible for ensuring payroll for our site runs smoothly, accurately and on-time. You’ll engage with a variety of stakeholders, answering queries, and obtaining proof bank and tax information provided by new starters.

To be successful in the role you’ll need a strong and meticulous eye for detail, keen to spot errors and minimise risk. Ideally, you’ll have a good understanding of South African tax regulations and understand the importance of strict compliance.

ABOUT YOU

Previous experience in an HR or Payroll Administrator role with the ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously is key. You will have an eye for detail and take pride in ensuring all work you complete is to a high standard. You’re approachable and organised and have the ability to build strong relationships with our associates and vistors a-like.  Dedicated, efficent, and always ready for a challlenge.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Data entry of all new starter payroll information, including bank and tax details, address, pay data and benefits.
• Ensuring monthly payroll is completed and submitted ahead of deadlines, ensuring staff are paid on-time.
• Obtaining proof of tax and banking information from employees to verify information submitted by them, reducing errors and minimising risk.
• Capture of hours worked by staff to support accurate pay runs.
• Answering queries from a range of stakeholders relating to payroll.
• Filing of sensitive employee data in a confidential and secure manner.
• Keep up-to-date with local South African tax regulations and requirements.

YOUR PROFILE AND EXPERIENCE

• Excellent communication skills: the ability to clearly and effectively communicate face to face and over the phone.
• Organised: the ability to multi-task and liaise with multiple stakeholders.
• Detail-Orientated: a strong, meticulous eye for quality and ensuring all data entry tasks are completed accurately and to a high standard.
• Time Management: the ability to complete tasks by strict, and sometimes short deadlines
• Adaptability: the ability to handle a wide variety of tasks and stakeholder interactions  adjusting your communication style as necessary.
• Friendly: the ability to remain positive, friendly and upbeat even during difficult interactions.
• Advantageous: Knowledge of customer service best practices and call centre technology.