Payroll Administrator (Fixed-Term Contract, Graduate Placement) at Pepkor Speciality

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance or Human Resources (minimum NQF 7 qualification is essential)
• Must have completed and graduated with relevant tertiary qualification

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Must not be a beneficiary of any SETA funded programme
• Passion for numbers and reconciliation 
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and able to take responsibility for own development 
• Strong team player with a natural ability to learn
• Customer-centric approach
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
• Adaptability and responsiveness to change 
• Driving and perseverance in achieving goals
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking 
• Following instructions and procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the prep and processing of payroll, including calculations, reconciliations, and reporting 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of employee data, including salaries, benefits and tax information
• Conduct research and analysis to resolve payroll -related issues and discrepancies
• Collaborate with the HR team to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel