Payroll Administrator at Melomed Private Hospitals

• This includes calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits while managing tax withholdings, retirement contributions, and compliance with labor laws. They link HR, finance, and employees by resolving payroll queries, maintaining records, and supporting audits.

Job Description

• Manage the end-to-end payroll processes for approx. +600 employees for your assigned companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of the monthly and weekly payroll inputs, including relevant deductions/garnishees, bonuses and statutory requirements.
• Review and check the accuracy, completeness and correctness of payroll documents.
• Ensure compliance with tax, legal and statutory regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll-related discrepancies.
• Generate month end payroll reports for management review.
• Reconcile month end pension and medical aid recons for your assigned companies, and/or group companies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiencies.
• Maintain the payroll filing system, keeping records organised and easily accessible.
• Assist with audits and adhoc duties as required.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12
• Degree / Diploma in Human Resources Management or a related field
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience as a Payroll Administrator
• Knowledge and experience of Sage 300 People System, as well as the Kronos System
• In-depth understanding of payroll legislation, statutory and tax regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• The ability to cope in a pressurised environment and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy