Payroll Administrator at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• A well-established manufacturing compan is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with South African labour and tax legislation, and providing support to the HR and Finance functions.

Responsibilities 

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of employee salaries, wages, and benefits in line with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Process monthly and weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records.
• Verify attendance, working hours, and leave records.
• Calculate and capture deductions, overtime, and allowances.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports (PAYE, UIF, SDL, etc.).
• Reconcile payroll and prepare payment schedules for management approval.
• Handle payroll-related queries from employees professionally and efficiently.
• Provide payroll-related administrative support to the HR and Finance departments.

Requirements 

• Grade 12 (Matric) – essential.
• Diploma or Certificate in Payroll, HR, or Finance – advantageous.
• Minimum of 3–4 years’ experience in a similar payroll role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Sage, VIP, Pastel, or similar).
• Sound understanding of South African labour and tax legislation.
• High attention to detail with strict confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and numerical skills.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and deadline-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.