Senior Payroll Administrator at Phoenix Recruitment

• Accounting Firm based in Paarl is looking for a Senior Payroll Administrator.
• The Payroll Administrator plays a pivotal role within the accounting firm, responsible for the precise and compliant management of payroll for a diverse client base. This position is dedicated to ensuring that all payroll processes are executed with meticulous attention to detail, unwavering adherence to relevant laws and regulations, and a commitment to maintaining the confidentiality and security of employee data.
• By leveraging comprehensive knowledge of payroll procedures and exceptional organizational skills, the Payroll Administrator contributes to the firm's mission of delivering top-tier financial services.
• Furthermore, the role emphasizes the paramount importance of providing exceptional customer service, fostering client satisfaction, and upholding the firm's reputation for excellence in payroll administration. The purpose of this role is to ensure the seamless and efficient execution of payroll-related tasks while upholding the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and client service.

Duties:

• Payroll processing for a diverse range of clients including statutory submission.
• Ensure statutory compliance for client’s payroll related matters.
• Address SARS queries, correspondence, verifications, and audits
• Perform or assist in the registration and de-registration of payroll related registrations
• Assist clients in payroll related debt management interventions.
• Perform administrative duties and inhouse administrative functions as required from the time to time.
• Assist and perform other employment solution related services.
• Trains, provides work direction, and problem-solving assistance for Payroll Team.
• Assist the Team Leader in overseeing the daily operations of Payroll Team.

Requirements:

• Matric
• A relevant 3 Year Diploma, or similar qualification from a recognised tertiary institution will be advantageous
• Ongoing on-the-job training and for pursuing part-time relevant academic qualifications
• At least 3 to 4 years’ relevant experience in a payroll environment within an audit / accounting environment
• Understanding of principles and rules of regulatory requirements with regards to Payroll, UIF, WCA and SARS
• Intermediate understanding of laws governing tasks in the payroll duties.
• Understand workings of SARS, UIF, WCA offices and requirements
• Basic principles and rules of regulatory requirements with regards to Payroll, UIF, WCA and SARS
• Basic understanding of laws governing tasks in the payroll duties.
• Able to work with Microsoft Office 365 product suite including Excel, Word, Outlook

Payroll software (training to be provided):

• Simplepay
• Payspace
• Sage One Payroll
• Pastel Payroll
• SARS E-filing (training to be provided)
• C-Filing (training to be provided)
• U-Filing (training to be provided)

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2026